Lussazione mandibolare: niente paura!

Mandibular dislocation refers to the loss of the mandibular condyle's normal relationship with the glenoid cavity, resulting in the inability to close the mouth. Below is some useful information regarding temporomandibular joint dislocation. CAUSES: Mandibular dislocation may be related to jaw trauma or excessive mouth opening, such as from yawning, eating a large sandwich, or prolonged mouth opening during dental treatment. SYMPTOMS: The symptoms are quite characteristic. The main one is undoubtedly the patient's inability to close the mouth or chew, speak, etc. This condition is associated with pain and misalignment of the teeth. DIAGNOSTIC TESTS: The diagnosis is extremely simple and is made through a patient examination. This may be combined with a panoramic x-ray or a follow-up CT scan after the reduction. WHAT TO DO: In the event of a mandibular dislocation, it is necessary to go to an emergency room, or to a maxillofacial or gnathologist who will perform the reduction. In this case, the professional will perform the Nelaton maneuver, which involves placing their thumbs on the gums or the last mandibular tooth and pushing downward and forward to return the temporomandibular joint to its proper position. SURGICAL TREATMENT: If the dislocation recurs several times a year, it is often necessary to resort to surgery to remove a bony protuberance that is the joint's natural stop. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Topics: temporomandibular joint, mandibular dislocation. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ USEFUL LINKS: YouTube Channel:    / @fabiofiliacimaxillofacciale   Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/docfabiofili... Instagram Profile:   / dottfabiofiliaci_maxillo   Website: https://www.chirurgiamaxillofiliaci.it/ Contact: [email protected] Phone: +39 3290686691 #dottorfabiofiliaci #maxillofacialsurgery #mandibulardislocation #temporomandibularjoint Images: a href="https://it.freepik.com/free-photo/3d-..." Image by kjpargeter a on Freepik