Superolateral dislocation of the condyle: report of a rare case.
Anterior dislocation of the mandibular condyle is commonly seen in patients with chronic dislocation of their temporomandibular joints. Posterior, superior and lateral dislocation is rare. Superolateral dislocation of an intact condyle, let alone intact mandible is uncommon, usually occurring after a traumatic insult to the mandible. The authors report on such a case, and its management.
Papadopoulos
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA. hp4@iupui.edu
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D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D019248:Jaw Fixation Techniques; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D013703:Temporal Muscle / Q000601:surgery; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*