Ankylosis of the joint (M24.6)
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Ankylosis is rare in the temporomandibular joints; however, an effort should be made to diagnose the disease in its early stages. If the patient has a rheumatic disease (rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, Mb. Bechterew or psoriasis), the temporomandibular joints may also be symptomatic. A severe joint deformity is ...