Jaw Surgery With and Without Hyaluronic Acid Injection
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a minimally invasive jaw surgery (arthroscopy) to treat a specific jaw disc problem that hasn't improved with conservative treatments like physical therapy or mouth guards. Half of patients will also receive a hyaluronic acid injection, which may reduce inflammation and improve jaw function.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have been diagnosed with disc displacement without reduction (a jaw disc that doesn't move back into place) confirmed by MRI
- You have limited mouth opening and have tried at least 3 months of conservative treatment (physical therapy, splints, or medications) without sufficient improvement
- You have never had jaw joint surgery before
- You do not have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other degenerative jaw joint conditions
- You are willing to attend follow-up visits and can commit to the study timeline
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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