Customized headgear for the management of recurrent temporomandibular joint dislocations.

Chronic recurrent temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation is both an uncommon and debilitating condition of the facial skeleton. Various conservative management strategies have been tried, but these have often been associated with poor and transient outcomes. The use of a simple, innovative, and non-invasive solution is presented herein. A co-ordinated multidisciplinary approach was used in which the oral and maxillofacial laboratory technicians produced a customized headgear appliance that utilizes a 'seat belt'-like technology. This headgear was used successfully to manage the condition.