Prosthetic replacement of temporo-mandibular joints
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Prosthetic Replacement of Temporo-Mandibular Joints (TMJ) is a surgical procedure in which the damaged or diseased temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is replaced with an artificial prosthesis. The TMJ is the joint that connects the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull (temporal bone) and is responsible for essential movements like chewing, speaking, and swallowing. This procedure is typically considered for patients who have severe TMJ disorders that do not respond to conservative treatments.