This chapter is aimed at Class IV, the sub-Class IVa, of Yang’s new classification, that is, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diseases where the joint is non-salvageable. Whether the condylar primary lesion extends downward or the mandibular lesion invades upward, it will result in a TMJ and mandibular defect, the reconstruction of which is a formidable challenge in oral and maxillofacial surgery. The main difficulties include:

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Prosthetic Reconstruction of Combined Temporomandibular Joint-Mandibular Diseases with Non-salvageable Joint

  • Yang Chi,
  • Chen Minjie,
  • Jiao Zixian,
  • Zou Duohong

摘要

This chapter is aimed at Class IV, the sub-Class IVa, of Yang’s new classification, that is, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diseases where the joint is non-salvageable. Whether the condylar primary lesion extends downward or the mandibular lesion invades upward, it will result in a TMJ and mandibular defect, the reconstruction of which is a formidable challenge in oral and maxillofacial surgery. The main difficulties include: