Patent ID: 8632596
Filing Date: 2014-01-21
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for treating dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint comprising: a base plate, the base plate configured to fit within a groove formed in a condyle of a patient; a surface plate comprising a substantially convex surface; an insert configured to fit between the base plate and the surface plate, configured to facilitate locking of the surface plate to the base plate; the insert comprising a polymeric material, and a second base plate, the second base plate configured to fit within a groove formed in an articular eminence of the patient; a second surface plate comprising a surface having a convex portion; and a second insert configured to fit between the second base plate and the second surface plate, configured to facilitate locking of the second surface plate to the second base plate, the second insert comprising a polymeric material; wherein the surface plate and the second surface plate are configured to slidably engage one another to allow for rotation and translation of the condyle of the patient.