Results of transmasseteric anteroparotid approach for mandibular condylar fractures

Management of condylar fractures has been the subject of much disagreement and debate. There is no general consensus for definitive treatment. Although there is a growing tendency for open reduction and internal fixation technique, risks and morbidity of the surgical procedure are still a point of concern for maxillofacial surgeons. To reduce potential complications and improve surgical exposure, the transmasseteric anteroparotid approach was introduced. Since 2008, we have operated on 6 patients (7 fractures) using this approach. The technique is easy to learn, provides adequate surgical exposure for open reduction internal fixation, and has few complication rates.