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In a rare medical case, the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery team at Care Medical Hospitals successfully performed a highly delicate surgery to completely replace the temporomandibular joint for a patient suffering from severe joint fusion and bone overgrowth—an advanced condition that directly affects jaw movement and the ability to eat and chew.

The nine-hour operation involved removing the fused bone and excising the mandibular condyles on both sides, followed by the implantation of a custom-made artificial joint designed to precisely match the patient’s anatomy. The procedure effectively restored jaw mobility and improved its overall function.

The medical team relied on advanced technologies that were essential to the success of this complex procedure, most notably the use of CT scans to create a 3D model as a precise guide for locating and shaping the joint. In addition, the artificial joint was custom-manufactured based on the patient's measurements and anatomy. Modern tools and techniques were also used to minimize potential damage to sensitive nerves and blood vessels, reduce bleeding, and speed up recovery, which is expected to take between one to two months.

Dr. Al-Tayeb Al-Sheikh, Consultant of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the case supervisor, stated:
“We dealt with a challenging case that required extreme precision in every step. Our success in such surgeries reflects the advanced level that Care Medical Hospitals has reached. Through teamwork and the use of modern technologies, we were able to restore the patient’s joint function and allow him to return to his normal life without pain or difficulty in eating and chewing.”

We extend our sincere thanks to the General Organization for Social Insurance for supporting such cases and for their ongoing commitment, which has played a significant role in enabling patients to access the highest levels of healthcare and achieve life-changing treatment outcomes.