title: Nonsyndromic facial asymmetry with unilateral condylar aplasia.
abstract: Introduction. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the most complex elegantly designed joint in the human body. Abnormal development and growth of TMJ may lead to condyle aplasia present in several syndromes expressions, but it is extremely rare when not connected to any underlying pathological disorder or in conjunction with any syndrome. Objective. A rare case of aplasia of the mandibular condyle is presented, along with 3D computed tomography (3D CT) findings. Conclusion. Based on clinical and radiological findings we suggest the abnormal development of the TMJ as the origin. The 3D CT has provided high-quality images, which made diagnosis and a prompt treatment plan possible.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Drs. Sudha & Nageswara Rao Siddhartha Institute of Dental Sciences, Chinoutpalli, Gannavaram, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh 521 286, India.
authors.forename: Ranganadh
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Nallamothu
authors.forename: Rama Mohan
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Kodali
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Koteswara Rao
authors.forename: Leela Krishna
authors.initials: LK
authors.lastname: Guttikonda
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Vijayalakshmi
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