Topic Overview
There are several cases when arthroscopy may be used to diagnose a
temporomandibular disorder (TMD). It may be done:
- When other tests can't find the cause of the symptoms, and other treatment has not relieved pain.
- Before surgery, if the surgeon needs to be sure that there is a joint problem.
- When a doctor needs to see how the joint moves in order to
make a diagnosis.
Credits
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD - Family Medicine