Arthroscopic temporomandibular joint disc repositioning using a transmeatal suturing technique: A cadaveric feasibility study

Abstract

Background: Various arthroscopic discopexy techniques were described for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disc displacement with a different success rate. One of these techniques, is the novel technique introduced by Chi Yang et al in 2012 in which the disc is sutured with the retrodiscal tissues through transmeatal approach. Although this technique is highly successful, it is reported by several operators who tried to apply it to be extremely complex. Objectives: To assess the feasibility of Yang's arthroscopic discopexy technique for TMJ disc displacement using the transmeatal approach. Materials and Methods: Yang's arthroscopic transmeatal discopexy technique is conducted on six temporomandibular