Superolateral dislocation of the intact mandibular condyle: our experience and review of the literature

Document Type : Case Report

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Oral, maxillofacial and ENT surgery department, Hassan II University Hospital, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Fez, Morocco

Abstract

Anteromedial fracture dislocations of the mandibular condyle are frequently encountered in clinical
practice; however, superolateral dislocations of an intact condyle represent a considerably rare case.
Remarkably, the occurrence of such dislocations unaccompanied by any associated fractures is even
rarer. In this study, we present a case of superolateral dislocation of an intact mandible in a 43-year-old
male patient following a road-traffic accident. Manual reduction successfully repositioned the displaced
intact mandibular condyle, resulting in normal mouth opening after the release of intermaxillary fixation
(IMF). Favorable occlusion was confirmed one month postoperatively.
Additionally, this paper meticulously examines previously documented case reports to shed light on the
causative mechanisms, dynamic characteristics, diagnostic features, and optimal management strategies
pertaining to such unusual dislocations, incorporating a comprehensive review of the existing literature.
By addressing this infrequent condition, our study aims to ascertain the fact that superolateral dislocation
of the mandibular condyle can occur without any associated fractures.

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History

  • Receive Date: 27 July 2023
  • Revise Date: 29 July 2023
  • Accept Date: 07 August 2023

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