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 Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Implants Description: An evaluation of patients with implants composed of Teflon ethylene/propylene or Teflon polytetrafluoroethylene and aluminum oxide (Proplast-Teflon; Vitek, Houston, TX). (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems Description: Compares the outcomes of patients treated with the TMJ Concepts joint prosthesis and the Christensen prosthesis. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| FDA Consumer Information:TMJ Implants: An Informational Update Description: CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) update regarding the FDA's role in monitoring these devices, the types of devices on the market and their status. (fda.gov) |
| Long-term Rheumatological Findings Associated with Alloplastic Temporomandibular Joint Implants Description: To assess whether alloplastic TMJ implants were associated with rheumatological disorders, the study supported by a grant from Dow Corning Corporation, who made the implants. (iadr.confex.com) |
| Long-Term Study of TMJ Surgery with Alloplastic Implants Compared with Nonimplant Surgery for Painful TMJ Disc Displacement Description: Long term study of 466 patients in 5 treatment groups to determine the outcome of Silastic, permanent Silastic, or Proplast implants to replace painful disc displacements compared to nonimplant surgery or nonsurgical modalities. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Morphologic and Immunohistochemical Observation of Explanted Proplast-Teflon TMJ Implants Description: Evaluates the cellular tissue response to TMJ Proplast-Teflon disc material by its changes and fragmentation. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants Description: The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ Description: Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Temporomandibular Joint Disc Replacement Made by Tissue-Engineered Growth of Cartilage Description: The new technique of tissue-engineered growth of cartilage for the replacement of TMJ discs and its effectiveness. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| TMJ Concepts Description: Custom fitted device for TMJ total joint replacement. Includes pictures of models, pictures of the design process, patient brochure and doctors implantation directions. (tmjconcepts.com) |
| TMJ Concepts/Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis: A Five Year Follow Up Description: 42 consecutive patients had TMJ reconstruction using the TMJ Concepts/Techmedia custom joint, and were followed for 5-8 years to determine the long term results of the prosthesis. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| TMJ Implants, Inc Description: The company provides Christensen alloplastic implants for TMJ disorders and injuries. The site contains doctor information, patient information and frequently asked questions, OR staff information, as well as regulatory status on the devices. (tmj.com) |
| TMJ Reconstruction of the Complex Patient Using Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis Description: 56 patients were fitted with Techmedia custom-made prosthesis', followed for an average of 30 months, and categorized according to the outcome in three groups: good, fair, or poor. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Treatment Factors and Outcomes for Temporomandibular Joint Devices Description: Treatment factors and long term outcomes for TMJ devices including Proplast-Teflon, Silastic, Christensen, and Techmedica, including their complications and contradiction for successful implantation. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
| Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis by a Modified Fossa Prosthesis Description: Fifteen patients were evaluated and the long term results of the modified fossa prosthesis was obtained. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) |
