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Skull trauma and mandibular fractures
1Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, USA.
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|September 1, 1995
Abstract:
This article discusses the treatment of skull and mandibular fractures in small animals as well as fixation techniques, including interdental fixation, external skeletal fixation, intraoral splints, wiring, and pinning. Information is provided on the treatment of loose and damaged teeth in the fractured area. Management of temporomandibular joint luxation also is addressed.