Use of dynamic compression plates in rigid internal fixation for Mandibular fractures

Vehicular accidents and Urban violence continues to be a major source of faciomaxillary injuries, Mandible being more commonly injured than other facial bones. A series of seventy five patients surgically treated for facial fractures between Jan '92 and Dec. '94 was reviewed. Of these, 51 had mandibular fractures at different sites like Angle and Body, Body and/or Symphysis and Ascen-ding Ramus. All these patients were treated with rigid internal fixation using Dynamic Compression Plate on A. O principle. It provided complete anatomical reduction and stimulated bone healing and full range of movement. It decreases morbidity and Hows better control of patient's nutrional status. Patients can return to normal routine work after 8 to 10 days.