TMJ dislocation / mandibular dislocation / dislocated jaw

see also:

• temporomandibibular joint disorders

• dislocation of the TMJ is a relatively common presentation to the ED

• seizures
• excessive opening of the jaw such as when yawning or in oral sex

• the easiest and most effective, least traumatic reduction technique is the syringe technique:
  • see https://resus.com.au/reducing-a-dislocated-jaw-a-new-way-to-do-it
  • try a 5mL syringe if a 10mL syringe does not work within minutes
  • does not require sedation
  • patient can learn this technique easily for themselves if they have recurrent dislocations