Part I Introduction -- Introduction -- TMJ Biomechanics -- TMJ TJR Biomaterials Considerations -- History of TMJ TJR (Mercuri) -- Part II TMJ TJR Devices -- Stock TMJ TJR Devices -- Custom TMJ TJR Devices -- Part III Advanced TMJ TJR Techniques -- TMJ TJR in combination with orthognathic procedures -- Mandibular replacement utilizing TMJ TJR devices -- Part IV Complications -- TMJ TJR surgical Complications, prevention and management -- Material Hypersensitivity -- Tribocorrosion and TMJ TJR devices -- Management of failing and failed TMJ TJR Devices -- Part V Future Considerations -- Bioengineered Tissue TMJ TJR.

This is the first text that deals specifically with TMJ TJR. Each chapter is authored by either a basic science researcher or clinician known for their interest and expertise in this field. The text provides the reader with state-of-the-art analysis of all aspects of total temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJ TJR), starting with cutting-edge evidence�on the biomechanics of the TMJ. The intriguing history of TMJ TJR is presented to provide an understanding of why some prior TMJ TJR devices failed and how�what was learned from those failures�has led to the improvements exhibited in present TMJ TJR devices.� �Expert chapters discuss both stock and custom designs, their indications and contraindications, primary operative techniques, combined TMJ TJR and orthognathic surgical techniques, and the devices'�adaption for use as segmental or total mandibular replacement devices after ablative surgery.�Clinical outcomes and�avoidance as well as management of complications are detailed.� Numerous helpful illustrations and radiographs are presented to assist readers in understanding and carrying out the described procedures.�Important evidence from both the orthopedic and TMJ TJR literature�relating to material sensitivity and mechanical wear will be reported. Finally, the role bioengineered tissue may hold for the future of TMJ TJR will be discussed.