Arthrocentesis for Temporomandibular DisordersTopic OverviewArthrocentesis is done by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, who uses needles to withdraw fluid from and/or inject fluid or medicine into a joint space. Arthrocentesis of the temporomandibular joint is used:
Arthrocentesis seems to work for people who have severe closed lock of the temporomandibular joint. footnote 1 Arthrocentesis is done using local anesthetic , with or without a sedative . Injection of fluid into the joint can serve to:
At the end of the procedure, corticosteroids or local anesthetic may be injected into the joint. This can be particularly helpful in cases of temporomandibular disorder related to rheumatoid arthritis . After the procedure, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) are used to control pain. And jaw exercises are started during recovery. Health ToolsHealth Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health.
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Current as of: May 7, 2017 Tucker MR, et al. (2014). Management of temporomandibular disorders. In JR Hupp et al., eds., Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 6th ed., pp. 627-647. St. Louis: Mosby.
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