A Resorbable and Rapid Method for Maxillomandibular Fixation in Pediatric Mandible Fractures : Journal of Craniofacial Surgery

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A Resorbable and Rapid Method for Maxillomandibular Fixation in Pediatric Mandible Fractures

Eppley, Barry L. MD, DMD

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Indianapolis, Indiana

From the Division of Plastic Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Address correspondence and reprint requests to Dr Eppley, Division of Plastic Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, 702 Barnhill Drive, No. 3540, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202.

Journal Of Craniofacial Surgery 11(3):p 236-238, May 2000.

Abstract

 

Maxillomandibular immobilization in pediatric mandible fractures is accomplished through a resorbable screw placed into the zygomatic body to which is attached a large, monofilament, circummandibular suture. Although the screw must be placed intraoperatively, this method of jaw immobilization is rapid, secure, does not damage the teeth, and can be removed in the office in the older child.

© 2000 Mutaz B. Habal, MD

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