Abstract

AZNAR, Lauren Cardoso Alves et al. Mandibular coronoid process hyperplasia: case report. Rev. Assoc. Paul. Cir. Dent. [online]. 2015, vol.69, n.4, pp. 405-409. ISSN 0004-5276.

The mandibular coronoid process hyperplasia (MCPH) is a rare condition characterized by the mouth opening limitation. Caused by an impaction of the coronoid process in the posterior portion of the zygomatic bone. The authors present a case of a child, 2 years old, which coronoidectomy treatment is unfeasible, therefore, stimulated the search for new therapeutic resources for the treatment and control the condition. Being the coronoidectomy the treatment of choice suggested by the literature and not possible to apply, we opted for the physiotherapy. Through a literature review, it was concluded that the physiotherapy resources used for craniomandibular dysfunctions can be a great help to control the MCPH, given that the main symptom of the disease corresponds to one of the symptoms of TMD.

Keywords : physical therapy modalities; hyperplasia; craniomandibular disorders.