Timing of arthrocentesis and its association with treatment success in painful temporomandibular joint disorders: a two-decade cohort study

Key Points

• Treatment success is significantly associated with the timing of arthrocentesis, indicating a clear impact on patient outcomes.
• In a cohort of over two decades, the study highlights how timing influences pain management strategies for temporomandibular joint disorders.
• Utilizing a cohort study design, data was collected over twenty years to analyze the effects of arthrocentesis timing on outcomes.
• Findings support the need for careful consideration of timing in treatment plans, potentially improving patient care in pain management.