CLINICAL CONDITIONS
TMJ & Facial Pain
Temporomandibular joint disorders and facial pain may arise from the joint, the surrounding muscles or a combination of factors. Assessment guides an individualised treatment plan, which may include non-surgical care, arthrocentesis, arthroscopy, open joint surgery or total joint replacement where clinically appropriate.
TREATMENT MODALITIES
ASSESSMENT & NON-SURGICAL CARE
Detailed evaluation of the jaw joints, muscles, bite and contributing factors, followed by an individualised plan that may include education, self-management, medication, splint therapy and appropriate multidisciplinary support.
TMJ ARTHROCENTESIS
TMJ arthrocentesis is a minimally invasive procedure that irrigates the joint to reduce inflammatory mediators and release minor adhesions. In appropriately selected patients, it may help reduce pain and improve movement.
TMJ ARTHROSCOPY
TMJ arthroscopy uses a small camera and specialised instruments to examine and treat selected internal joint conditions through small access points.
OPEN TMJ SURGERY
Open joint surgery may be considered for structural disease, significant internal joint abnormalities or persistent symptoms that cannot be adequately managed with less invasive treatment.
TOTAL TMJ REPLACEMENT
Replacement of the jaw joint with a patient-specific or stock prosthesis may be appropriate for severe joint destruction, ankylosis, complex deformity or unsuccessful previous treatment.
MYOFASCIAL PAIN & REHABILITATION
Individualised management of pain arising from the muscles of the face and jaw, with emphasis on reducing contributing factors, restoring comfortable movement and supporting long-term function.