Actually yes.: Lavage usually refers to injecting saline into the tempero mandibular space (under anesthesia) to free up a displaced/stuck tempero mandibular disc.
Answered 12/30/2016
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TMJ lavage: Tmj lavage is an office procedure done under i v sedation to decrease the discomfort . The operator will do what we call it TMJ dis tension and flushing of the joint with sterile saline and/or medications to increase the mobilization of the joint.
Answered 2/10/2017
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Flushing joint: A tube is placed into the joint and flushed out. Make sure your TMJ surgeon is VERY experienced with this technique.
Answered 3/20/2015
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