There are multiple scientific reports that justify the use of arthrocentesis as a treatment for temporomandibular joint pathologies. One of the common symptoms is joint pain, so it would be important to know if this procedure is really effective in improving this symptom. According to the above, it is important to review the evidence to establish whether arthrocentesis is an effective therapeutic tool in relieving the painful symptom.

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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentistry, FOS: Clinical medicine, TMD, Medicine and Health Sciences, Pain Relief, TMJ, Literature Review, Arthrocentesis

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