Oromandibular dystonia unresponsive to botulinum toxin: two illustrative cases of condylar dislocation as a structural mimic - Takeaways - DentalSpire

Oromandibular Dystonia Resistant to Botulinum Toxin: Two Case Studies Highlighting Condylar Dislocation as a Structural Mimicker

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  • Olcay Şakar

  • Berk Bilgen

  • Bora Edim Akalın

  • Kazuya Yoshida

  • July 20, 2026

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    Botulinum toxin therapy is a standard treatment for oromandibular dystonia (OMD), but lack of response may indicate a need for reevaluation.

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    Long-standing condylar dislocation can mimic OMD symptoms, including mandibular deviation and impaired closure, complicating diagnosis.

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    Two cases demonstrated that patients initially diagnosed with OMD improved after structural correction for long-standing condylar dislocation.

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    Botulinum toxin non-response should prompt clinicians to consider structural disorders like condylar dislocation before continuing treatment.

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    A thorough dental and oral/maxillofacial evaluation is recommended for patients with OMD-like symptoms and persistent occlusal disturbances.

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