ABSTRACT
The indications for an anterior approach are lesions located predominantly in the body of the vertebra or intervertebral disks. Among these are spondylolisthesis, tuberculosis of the spine, prolapsed intervertebral disks, neoplasms, spinal biopsies, correction of fixed spinal curves, fractures, and fracture dislocations of the spine. Despite many indications, this approach is rarely used, primarily because of unfamiliarity with the surgical field, instrumentation, and oral microbiota. Use of appropriate disciplines and consultations enabled this patient to receive comprehensive treatment from a community of health care specialists.
Subject(s)
Cervical Vertebrae/injuries , Fractures, Bone/surgery , Joint Dislocations/surgery , Cervical Vertebrae/surgery , Female , Humans , Methods , Middle Aged , OsteotomyABSTRACT
Hypermobility of the temporomandibular joint is often caused by trauma, by opening the mouth too wide, by having a mouth forced open during general anesthesia procedures, or by dental procedures. The capsule may be stretched to an extent that dislocation occurs more easily thereafter. An implant of Vitallium mesh attached to the zygoma to restrict anterior movement of the condyle is used to prevent recurrent dislocation of the temporomandibular joint.
Subject(s)
Joint Dislocations/surgery , Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome/surgery , Dental Implantation , Humans , Mandibular Condyle/surgery , Recurrence , VitalliumABSTRACT
The literature relative to developmental submandibular gland defect of the mandible is reviewed, and an interesting case is presented. Evaluation for more serious systemic disease which may manifest radiolucencies in the region of the angle of the mandible is made.
