title: Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint.
abstract: Arthroscopy is a technique that allows direct visual examination of the internal surfaces of the joint. In the past decade, arthroscopy has become a major diagnostic and therapeutic tool in the treatment of articular disorders of the knee. The purpose of this report is to present a comprehensive overview of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy in order to familiarize the practitioner with this adjunct to temporomandibular disorder diagnosis and treatment.
authors.forename: J R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Buttram
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Farole
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*