Of the various surgical techniques used to treat TMDs, __________ involves surgical repositioning of the condyle.

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Of the various surgical techniques used to treat TMDs, condylotomy involves surgical repositioning of the condyle. Arthrocentesis involves lavaging the joint through a needle. Arthroscopy allows direct visualization and manipulation of the joint. Open joint surgery is used to perform disc repositioning, replacement or excision, and total joint reconstruction using a prosthetic device or autogenous graft.

Of the Various Surgical Techniques Used to Treat TMDs, __________