Modification of the modified condylotomy.
OBJECTIVE
This article describes the results of modification of the condylotomy procedure for treating painful internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint.


METHODS
Data on postoperative disc position, joint space, and pain were evaluated in patients who underwent either the original modified condylotomy or the newly modified procedure.


RESULTS
Less anterior and inferior sag of the condyle was produced by the new technique. Pain relief and disc reduction were about the same with both procedures.


CONCLUSIONS
The new modifications make the operation quicker and easier, while producing outcomes similar to those obtained with the original modified procedure.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN 37232, USA.
D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D002508:Cephalometry; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D010146:Pain / Q000601:surgery; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011626:Pterygoid Muscles / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome