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[Changes of the temporomandibular joint following orthognathic surgery on radiography].

Zhonghua Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi 36(1):11-3 (2001) PMID 11812293

To investigate the effect of different operative techniques and fixed methods on the TMJ condylar position and remolding process.

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