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  • Title: [Mandibular condyle hyperplasia. Therapeutic review].
    Author: Gola R, Carreau JP, De Massiac G.
    Journal: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac; 1996; 97(3):145-60. PubMed ID: 8711329.
    Abstract:
    Excessive cartilage growth on the condyle process of the mandible can result from primary hyperreactivity of the growth cartilage or be a secondary adaptation to an imbalance in occlusive and/or cervicofacial conditions. Treatment depends on the distinction between these two forms. Primary active overgrowth is treated by condylectomy sparing the distal apparatus although conservative surgery to re-centering the temporomandibular joint and re-establish symmetry without condylectomy may be used in quiescent moderately active forms saving the joint. For secondary forms, the joint is re-centering and symmetry is re-established without condylectomy. If started early enough, orthopaedic treatment can avoid the development of secondary forms resulting an imbalance in occlusive and/or cervicofacial conditions.
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