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  • Title: Surgical correction of temporomandibular joint ankylosis.
    Author: Zins JE, Smith JD, James DR.
    Journal: Clin Plast Surg; 1989 Oct; 16(4):725-32. PubMed ID: 2680219.
    Abstract:
    A better understanding of facial growth processes and pathophysiology of temporomandibular joint ankylosis should lead to an improved surgical outcome. Surgical anatomy, pathophysiology, and treatment options are reviewed. Suggestions for varying the procedure in patients in whom facial growth is not complete are discussed.
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