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    • What's New - Late Breaking News

    Wednesday, October 21, 2009

    Arthrocentesis and lavage for treating temporomandibular joint disorders

    When the joint between the lower jaw and the base of the skull is not working well, the signs and symptoms such as movement problems, noises (clicking or grating), muscle spasms or pain could take place. It is so-called temporomandibular joint disorders. A range of treatment options for treating temporomandibular joint disorders are available such as arthrocentesis and arthroscopy. The review found that there is no enough evidence to judge whether arthrocentesis is more helpful for people with temporomandibular joint disorders than arthroscopy. Reported side effects were mild and transient.

    Read full abstract on the Cochrane Review


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