Surgical techniques for total joint replacement of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) − Step description −

Abstract

TMJ joint Replacement System by Zimmer Biomet corporation is the only total joint replacement system for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) that is available in Japan.

　This product is stock type prostheses including several sizes of Fossa implants and Mandibular implants that consist TMJ component.

　The surgical procedure should be performed through the steps of condylectomy, coronoidectomy if required, installation of Fossa implant, inter maximal fixation and Mandibular implant installation via combination of pre auricular incision and retro mandibular incision.