Syringe technique for reduction of temporomandibular joint dislocation

(A) Dislocated TMJ where the condyle is displaced anterior to the articular eminence with syringe placement between the posterior molars. The patient pushes the chin forward to roll the syringe as shown.
(B) On reversing direction of the syringe rolling, the condyle has moved inferiorly and may reduce.
(C) Final reduced position of the mandible with the syringe still in place.