Jaw surgery showdown: which procedure offers faster relief?

NCT ID NCT07297459

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks back at 65 adults who had one of two surgeries for a painful jaw joint condition (TMJ disc displacement). The goal is to see which surgery—anterior release or discectomy—better improves mouth opening, reduces pain, and speeds recovery. Researchers will also check for differences in side effects and hospital stay.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Karolinska University Hospital

    Stockholm, 17176, Sweden

Conditions

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