title: Temporomandibular joint ankylosis: review of the literature and report of two cases of bilateral involvement.
abstract: The factors predisposing to ankylosis and the probable pathogenesis are discussed, as treatment, both past and present. Arthroplasty with Silastic interposition is presented as an acceptable means of managing ankylosis, as shown in two case reports. The ultimate postoperative result is dependent on surgical timing, surgical technique, and attention to postsurgical physiotherapy.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000844:Ankylosis / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D001168:Arthritis / Q000150:complications; D001170:Arthritis, Infectious / Q000150:complications; D001178:Arthroplasty; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007573:Jaw Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D007595:Joint Prosthesis; D008297:Male; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011859:Radiography; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers