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A platform splint for orthognathic surgery
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|July 1, 1986
Summary
This study presents a versatile and easy-to-use splint for all orthognathic surgeries. Its application has shown excellent success in over 450 patients within a 5-year training program.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Surgical Splint Technology
Background:
- Splint design and universal application are underrepresented topics in surgical literature.
- Effective splinting is crucial for successful orthognathic surgery outcomes.
- Existing splint methods may lack versatility for diverse surgical procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a versatile and user-friendly splint applicable to all types of orthognathic surgery.
- To provide clear documentation and illustration of the splint's application.
- To highlight the clinical utility and success of this splint design.
Main Methods:
- A versatile splint design is presented for orthognathic surgery.
- The application of the splint is thoroughly documented and illustrated.
- The splint has been utilized in a surgical training program.
Main Results:
- The described splint has been successfully used in over 450 patients.
- Excellent clinical success rates have been achieved with this splint.
- The splint has proven effective across various orthognathic surgical procedures.
Conclusions:
- A versatile and easy-to-use splint can significantly benefit orthognathic surgery.
- The documented application and success support its widespread adoption.
- This approach offers a reliable solution for intraoperative and postoperative splinting needs.