Jaw Dislocation is a condition where the head of the lower jaw (condyle) moves forward out of its functional position within the skull bone (glenoid fossa of temporal bone).
Men and women with any of the following characteristics of the TM Joint are more prone to develop dislocation of the jaw-
Patients who have had one episode of dislocation are predisposed to recurrence.
Dislocation of the jaw can be acute and sudden or chronic and recurrent.
What are the symptoms of dislocation of the jaw?
TMJ Dislocation can be acute and sudden and can result in a locked jaw, or a jaw that sticks out forward
TM Joint Dislocation may be reducible if the head of the lower jaw (condyle) returns spontaneously or irreducible when one or both the condyles of the lower jaw remain dislocated.
Jaw dislocation is more of a clinical diagnosis. Once you visit us, we will examine you completely but will require the following investigations for confirmation of diagnosis-
After the jaw is back in place, you can control pain with medicines and a cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes at a time every 2 to 3 hours.
The treatment is decided in 3 key aspects:
A. Acute and sudden Jaw dislocation which ‘locks’ is an emergency and is reduced with a conservative approach. The Joint will be manipulated back into its correct position either manually or in a few cases by surgery.
B. Recurrent Jaw dislocation can be prevented with
C. Treatment of Chronic Recurrent Jaw Dislocation is with Open Joint Surgery-
Open joint surgery is done under general anesthesia and a longer incision is placed within the curvature of your ear which is very well hidden. One of the following procedures can be done for the treatment-
Open joint surgery has a longer healing time and a chance of injury to the frontal branch of the facial nerve (temporary paresis of the muscle of the forehead) but still is the surgery of choice in patients with recurrent painful clicks and joint dislocations.
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Jaw Dislocation is a condition where the lower jawbone (mandible) becomes dislocated from its normal position. It differs from other jaw and TMJ conditions due to the specific dislocation of the jaw joint.
Jaw Dislocation can result from various causes, including trauma, excessive jaw opening, or underlying joint hypermobility. Contributing factors may involve accidents or medical conditions.
Symptoms of Jaw Dislocation include pain, difficulty closing the mouth, and the jaw appearing out of alignment. These symptoms can limit speech, eating, and overall jaw function.
Diagnosis is typically based on a clinical examination by a healthcare professional, along with imaging studies like X-rays or CT scans to confirm the dislocation and determine any associated injuries.
Management of Jaw Dislocation often involves manual reduction, where a healthcare professional guides the jawbone back into place. In some cases, surgical intervention or a customized oral appliance may be recommended.
Kayakriti Clinic specializes in Jaw Dislocation management, offering timely reduction, surgical options, and post-operative care. They provide a patient-centric approach to restore normal jaw function and address any associated issues.
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