Distractor Design and Options
Unfortunately, few of these issues are or can be addressed by distractors that are commercially available today. Extraoral distractors, especially those applied to the mandible, are relatively easy to apply…
The Influence of Mechanical Environment on Bone Healing and Distraction Osteogenesis
Review of bone mechanics To begin to understand the effects of mechanical forces on bone, such as those that occur during distraction osteogenesis (DO), it is necessary to consider the…
Complications of Mandibular Fractures
Before any definitive treatment of mandibular fractures, the patient needs to be evaluated for more potentially life-threatening injuries. Complications can and do occur with treatment of mandibular fractures and can…
Fractures of the Growing Mandible
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons must constantly weigh the risks of surgical intervention for pediatric mandible fractures against the wonderful healing capacity of children. The majority of pediatric mandibular fractures can…
Management of the Edentulous/Atrophic Mandibular Fracture
Edentulous or atrophic mandible fractures are rare and potentially problematic for the oral and maxillofacial surgeon. With the loss of teeth, atrophy of the alveolar bony apparatus ensues, creating a…
Endoscopically Assisted Management of Mandibular Condylar Fractures
Endoscopic-assisted open reduction/internal fixation of mandibular condylar fractures is a viable alternative to traditional closed or open reduction techniques. However, case selection is important. Ideally, the fracture undergoing EAORIF should…
Management of Condylar Fractures
Management of condylar fractures remains a source of ongoing controversy. While it appears that many condylar fractures can be managed nonsurgically, recognition of cases that require surgical intervention and selection…
