Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America
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Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am · May 2009
ReviewManagement of comminuted fractures of the mandible.
Comminuted fractures of the mandible are unusual but not rare. They are complex injuries with a high complication rate. ⋯ Traditional management with closed techniques is noted for good long-term results, but may involve an extended period of treatment. Treatment with open reduction and rigid internal fixation significantly shortens the course of treatment and simplifies the convalescence.