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[Miniplate osteosynthesis of mandibular fracture]
1Department of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Stomatology, Beijing Medical University, Beijing 100081, China.
Abstract
Objective:
To evaluate the reliability and effectiveness of miniplate osteasynthesis in mandibular fractures.
Methods:
51 mandibular fractures in 31 cases treated with titanium miniplate osteosynthesis was analysed.
Results:
No infection was found 28 cases had satisfied occlusion, 2 cases had unfavourable local malocclusion. The mouth opening of 28 cases were over 37 mm, only 2 cases under 37 mm 3 months postoperatively.
Conclusions:
The miniplate osteosynthesis has the advantages over conventional intermaxillary fixation and wire fixation.