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A splint designed for easy fixation and release during orthognathic surgery

P V Dyer1, K M Coghlan

  • 1Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Royal London Hospital, England.

Journal of the Irish Dental Association
|August 26, 1998
PubMed
Summary

A novel splint offers secure jaw fixation during and after orthognathic surgery. Its quick-release mechanism ensures patient safety, even in emergencies like airway obstruction.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Orthognathic surgery corrects jaw deformities but often requires inter-maxillary fixation (IMF).
  • Existing IMF methods can be cumbersome or pose risks during critical periods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a versatile splint for jaw fixation in orthognathic correction.
  • To highlight the splint's quick-release mechanism for surgical and emergency use.

Main Methods:

  • Design and implementation of a novel jaw splint with a quick-release mechanism.
  • Evaluation of the splint's utility for intraoperative, postoperative, and emergency fixation.

Main Results:

  • The designed splint facilitates both fixation and localization of the jaws.
  • The quick-release feature is suitable for intraoperative use and patient-initiated intermittent fixation.
  • The splint can be safely operated by non-medical personnel in emergencies.

Conclusions:

  • This innovative splint provides a safe and adaptable solution for inter-maxillary fixation in orthognathic surgery.
  • The quick-release mechanism enhances patient safety and procedural flexibility.

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