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Maxillofacial Trauma (view source)
Revision as of 16:52, 10 September 2014
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If the articular surface of the joint is involved, then a condylectomy is recommended. If not, maxillomandibular fixation is usually adequate. In some cases a muzzle may suffice.
If the articular surface of the joint is involved, then a condylectomy is recommended. If not, maxillomandibular fixation is usually adequate. In some cases a muzzle may suffice.
−Restoration of the alignment of the maxillary and mandibular canine teeth and application of maxillomandibular fixation in a partial open mouth position is reasonably well accepted by most patients. Use of repair techniques such as this provides the benefits of a less invasive repair technique, no disruption of the fracture hematoma, and reduced risk of damaging the blood supply to nearby teeth. '''Fig10'''
+Restoration of the alignment of the maxillary and mandibular canine teeth and application of maxillomandibular fixation in a partial open mouth position is reasonably well accepted by most patients. Use of repair techniques such as this provides the benefits of a less invasive repair technique, no disruption of the fracture hematoma, and reduced risk of damaging the blood supply to nearby teeth.
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