Mandibular condyle prosthesis

A mandibular condyle prosthesis is an implantable device designed to replace the natural mandibular condylar head, restoring articulation with the mandibular fossa and partially reconstructing the temporomandibular joint. It is used clinically in patients requiring reconstruction of the TMJ due to trauma, disease, or congenital conditions, often as part of a total TMJ prosthesis system.

These devices are typically constructed from a metal frame combined with polymeric materials such as polymethylmethacrylate and are intended for permanent implantation. They are regulated as implantable medical devices and are supplied sterile for single-use surgical implantation, with classification and regulatory requirements varying by jurisdiction based on risk and intended use.