Costochondral Graft Versus Total Alloplastic Joint for Temporomandibular Joint Reconstruction

Abstract

Presently, there are 2 options for the replacement of the temporomandibular joint for end-stage pathology: autogenous bone grafting or alloplastic joint replacement. This article presents evidence-based advantages and disadvantages for each of these management options to assist both surgeons and their patients in making that choice.

Keywords: Alloplastic temporomandibular replacement; Autogenous bone graft; Costochondral graft; Temporomandibular joint replacement.