Surgical management of recurrent dislocation of the temporomandibular joint: a new treatment protocol

Recurrent dislocation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is rare. It is distinct from acute or chronic dislocation and is associated with considerable morbidity and deterioration in quality of life. To formulate a practical surgical treatment algorithm, we retrospectively reviewed the management and long-term outcomes of 14 patients who presented to a single hospital department over a period of six years (2010–2016), and collected data on demographics, clinical features, operation, and outcome.

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