Temporomandibular joint biosupplementation using platelet concentrates: a narrative review

Abstract

The homeostasis and movement of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) depends on the equilibrium of its internal parts. A primary chemical or mechanical abnormality may trigger the release of inflammatory cytokines from the synovial cells or cartilage cap (1). The ensuing inflammatory cascade will lead to oxidative stress and the breakdown of joint structures. The process would begin at molecular and Review Article