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Mandibular fractures: Historical perspective.

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  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Guy's and St. Thomas Hospital, Salivary Gland Service, Floor 23, Guy's Tower, London SE1 9RT, UK.

The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|August 23, 2005
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Modern biomaterials have advanced mandibular fracture treatment, shifting from dental splinting to bone plating for early functional restoration. This overview explores historical and current techniques for stabilizing jaw fractures.

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Orthodontics

Background:

  • Historically, immobilizing mandibular fractures relied on dental splinting techniques.
  • The primary goals of treatment remain restoring occlusion and masticatory function.

Observation:

  • Recent advancements in biomaterials have significantly altered clinical practices for mandibular fracture management.
  • Modern approaches emphasize bone plating over traditional dental splinting.

Findings:

  • The evolution of techniques for stabilizing mandibular fractures is presented.
  • Bone plating allows for earlier restoration of function compared to older methods.

Implications:

  • This shift towards plating and early function represents a significant change in treating mandibular fractures.

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  • Understanding historical context aids in appreciating current biomaterial-driven innovations in fracture stabilization.