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FIGURE 105.7 Dislocation of the temporomandibular joint occurs when the mandibular
condyle moves to a point anterior to the articular eminence during opening. Reduction is
accomplished by pushing downward and backward on the occlusal surfaces of the posterior
teeth.

Suggested Readings and Key References
Andreason JO, Andreason FM. Textbook and Color Atlas of Traumatic Injuries to
the Teeth . 4th ed. Boston, MA: Wiley-Blackwell; 2007.
Diangelis AJ, Andreasen JO, Ebeleseder KA, et al; International Association of
Dental Traumatology. International Association of Dental Traumatology
guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries: 1. Fractures and
luxations of permanent teeth. Dent Traumatol 2012;28(1):2–12.