Lysis and lavage of the upper joint space is a safe and effective way of managing
disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and some studies have attempted to
find ways of making arthrocentesis comfortable.
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Identification of the upper joint space is important for successful lysis and lavage,
so reference points have been laid down.
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However, use of the “blind” technique to reach the upper joint space requires experience,
and carries a risk of damage to the collateral ligaments of the disc and the adjacent
soft tissue. In addition, extra-articular or intra-articular injections affect the
success of treatments such as prolotherapy, injection of autologous blood, and arthrocentesis.Keywords
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Article Info
Publication History
Published online: June 13, 2013
Accepted:
May 18,
2013
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