Rajan Savani, Hu Weihsin, Shital Patel, Naiya Shah, Shyam Chauhan, Yashasvi Chavda
This review examines the prevailing modalities for fractures of the anterior mandible, which represent a significant proportion of the maxillofacial injuries commonly treated by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. The article traces the historical shift from conservative techniques to the dominant management strategies of open reduction and fixation. Encompassing a range of studies, the review, in accordance with PRISMA 2020 recommendations, meticulously examines various fixation methods, assessing their efficacy in achieving stability of fracture, early healing, and mobilisation...
February 27, 2024: British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery