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‘Eminectomy’ a simple treatment for recurrent dislocation of temporomandibular joint

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Eminectomy is a simple method, used in the treatment of recurrent dislocation of temporo-mandibular joint. We present an illustrative case and discuss the benefit of this procedure over other treatment options.

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  1. Neuro-Otology, Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate, Institute of Medical Sciences, Luckow

    Isha Tyagi (Asst Prof.)

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Tyagi, I. ‘Eminectomy’ a simple treatment for recurrent dislocation of temporomandibular joint. Indian J Otolaryngol 43, 103–104 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02992558

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