Arthroscopic Disc Suturing and Repositioning Technique for Treating Anteriorly Displaced Disc in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: A Posterior Anchorage Technique

Arthroscopic temporomandibular joint disc repositioning using a transmeatal suturing technique: A cadaveric feasibility study

“…The anteroposterior traction force of the suture making the disc able to resist the strength of the lateral pterygoid muscle as this traction is consistent with the long axis of the disc. [11] Moreover, complete release of the anterior attachment of lateral pterygoid muscle is an important factor for easy and stable disc repositioning in that technique. [12] Although this technique has a high success rate, it is a complex procedure and need specific custom made suture instruments which includes a 12-gauge suture needle and a pair of self-designed suture grippers (a lassotype and a hook-type) which are expensive and difficult to obtain.…”