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Bilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation in a 29-year-old man: a case report

Authors: Tanujan Thangarajah, Neil Mcculloch, Suthan Thangarajah, Judith Stocker

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2010

Abstract

Introduction

A dislocation of the temporomandibular joint represents three percent of all reported dislocated joints.

The treatment entails reduction of the deformity and this can often be achieved in a ward setting.

Case presentation

We present the case of a 29-year-old Caucasian man with a non-traumatic bilateral anterior temporomandibular joint dislocation. Following several unsuccessful attempts, due to both inadequate patient analgesia and sedation, joint reduction had to be performed in theatre with the patient under general anesthesia.

Conclusion

This case highlights the importance of providing the patient with adequate analgesia and sedation when attempting the reduction of temporomandibular joint dislocations.

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Title: Bilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation in a 29-year-old man: a case report
Authors: Tanujan Thangarajah
Neil Mcculloch
Suthan Thangarajah
Judith Stocker
Publication date: 01-12-2010
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2010
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-4-263

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Bilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation in a 29-year-old man: a case report

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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