Abstract
Introduction:A retrospective analysis was done on patients who had undergone unilateral temporomandibular joint reconstruction using alloplastic temporomandibular prostheses.Aim:The study wished to highlight patient perceptions after surgery; specifically relating to pain, function, and aesthetics.Material and Method:Twenty three patients were assessed using a visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain, ability to eat, quality of life and scar appraisal.Results:Patients Vas scores were favourable for all parameters save for scar appreciation.Conclusion:Total temporomandibular alloplastic joint replacement is a viable treatment option, with generally positive surgical outcomes for patients.
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