Single Injection of Twin Nerve Block in Longstanding Unilateral Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation: A Novel Technique

Unilateral temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation is a rare condition often triggered by yawning, vomiting, or other activities involving wide opening of the mouth, resulting from the forward movement of the condylar head. This case report highlights a longstanding unilateral TMJ dislocation managed by the single injection of local anesthetics into the deep temporal and masseteric nerve peripheries, alleviating muscle spasm and pain to restore TMJ function.

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Frontiers in Dentistry
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2025-07-20
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https://doi.org/10.18502/fid.v22i27.19204
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Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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Single Injection of Twin Nerve Block in Longstanding Unilateral Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation: A Novel Technique

Neeraj Kumar, Richa Kumari
Frontiers in Dentistry
Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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Single Injection of Twin Nerve Block in Longstanding Unilateral Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation: A Novel Technique

Neeraj Kumar, Richa Kumari
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Abstract

Unilateral temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation is a rare condition often triggered by yawning, vomiting, or other activities involving wide opening of the mouth, resulting from the forward movement of the condylar head. This case report highlights a longstanding unilateral TMJ dislocation managed by the single injection of local anesthetics into the deep temporal and masseteric nerve peripheries, alleviating muscle spasm and pain to restore TMJ function.

Frontiers in DentistryVol. 22
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Openalex Percentile: Top 70%
Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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