Topsy turvy in the line of fire

In literature there are several schools of thoughts regarding the tooth present in line of fracture. Some supports the preservation to tooth and others in contrast against to the preservation of the tooth. A case of mandibular fracture with a tooth in the fracture line is presented in this paper. Removal of tooth done followed by reduction under G.A with 1 month postoperative follow-up. Different authors supporting different treatment plan for tooth in fracture line. It depends on case whether to remove the tooth or preserve. There are several pro and cons for both the treatment plan discussed in this paper.

Prevalence of paediatric maxillo-facial trauma in India: a single centre, 5-year retrospective study

Background: Trauma is one of the most common reasons of fatalities worldwide. A study on the prevalence is important to know about the common causes of trauma. Such studies and data boost the campaigning on prevention and increasing awareness against trauma.Methods: Traumatised patients who reported to the emergency or casualty department of Mahatma Gandhi hospital, Sitapura, Jaipur or out-patient department of department of oral and maxillofacial surgery of Mahatma Gandhi Dental college and hospital, Sitapura, Jaipur between January 2017 and December 2021 were selected for this study. The hospital records of patients were retrospectively analysed for age, gender, etiology of trauma, distribution of fracture in facial structure and among maxilla and mandible, treatment procedures patients underwent in different age groups.Results: 371 traumatic patients were analysed for paediatric maxillofacial trauma. The commonly affected age group were found to be 13-16 years, with road traffic accidents being the most common etiology leading to mandible green stick fracture with dentoalveolar and Lefort II fracture in majority of cases. The frequent treatment option was found to be either conservative management, circummandibular wiring, splinting or Open Reduction and Internal Fixation according to age groups.Conclusions: The facial injury pattern is influenced by growth and age of patient. The effect and the management of trauma depend on the age of child. Road traffic accident are the most common cause of trauma and mandible bone is the most frequently fractured bone with dentoalveolar fracture during facial injuries. A clear male predilection has also been observed.

Manejo das fraturas mandibulares associadas à exodontia de 3º molar inferior / Management of mandibular fractures associated with lower third molar extraction

A remoção cirúrgica dos terceiros molares é um procedimento comumente realizado por cirurgiões bucomaxilos, e acidentes e complicações podem estar relacionados a esse procedimento. A fratura mandibular é um acidente incomum, mas que apresenta grande potencial de gerar morbidade aos pacientes. Diante disso, evidencia-se a importância de uma abordagem precoce após o trauma, bem como o acompanhamento posterior e a determinação correta do tratamento. Nesse sentido, este estudo objetiva investigar na literatura os protocolos existentes de tratamentos de fraturas mandibulares transoperatórias associadas à exodontia de terceiros molares inferiores. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão de literatura sistemática, de caráter exploratório e descritivo, na base de dados Pubmed através dos descritores mandibular fracture, extraction e treatment. As buscas foram realizadas com restrição de tempo de 2016 a 2021. Dos 18 artigos compatíveis à proposta, 6 artigos passaram pelos critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Desses, a análise da maioria dos autores é clara em se referir às exodontias de terceiros molares como fator para fraturas mandibulares e mencionar qual protocolo de atendimento seguir, caso aconteça a fratura. Conclui-se que a redução fechada ou aberta são possibilidades de abordagem, entretanto existe uma preferência, pela redução aberta por acesso extraoral ou intrabucal com fixação interna rígida, visto que, ela elimina o período de bloqueio maxilomandibular, facilitando o retorno à função.

Surgical removal of third molars is a common procedure performed by bucomaxilos surgeons, and accidents and complications can be related to this procedure. Mandibular fracture is an uncommon accident, but it has great potential to generate morbidity in patients. Because of this, the importance of an early approach after trauma is evident, as well as the subsequent follow-up and correct determination of treatment. In this sense, this objective is to investigate in the literature the existing protocols for the treatment of transverse mandibular fractures associated with the extraction of lower third molars. To this end, a systematic exploratory and descriptive literature review were conducted in the Pubmed database using the descriptors mandibular fracture, extraction and treatment. The searches were performed with a time restriction from 2016 to 2021. Of the 18 articles compatible with the proposal, 6 articles passed the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Of these, the analysis of most authors is clear in referring to third molar extractions as a factor for mandibular fractures and mentioning which treatment protocol to follow if a fracture occurs. It is concluded that closed or open reduction are possible approaches, however there is a preference for open reduction by extraoral or intraoral access with rigid internal fixation, since it eliminates the period of maxillomandibular block, facilitating the return to function.

Fijadores externos para tratar fractura mandibular causada por herida de arma de fuego. Reporte de caso / External fxators as treatment for mandibular fracture caused by gunshot wound. Case report

Introducción: las heridas por proyectil de arma de fuego en la región craneofacial provocan daños funcionales devastadoras y deformidades estéticas, que se suman al trauma psicológico al momento del regreso a la vida cotidiana de un paciente. Por esta razón, la reconstrucción adecuada es esencial para una rehabilitación integral. La fijación externa es un método de reducción cerrada de fracturas que implica el uso de tornillos para manipular segmentos sueltos de hueso, que luego se fijan mediante conexiones externas. Es importante recalcar que las fracturas mandibulares causadas por proyectil de arma de fuego son un reto para este tipo de tratamiento. Objetivo: presentar el caso de un paciente con fractura mandibular por proyectil de arma de fuego tratado con fijadores externos y revisión de la literatura sobre este tipo de tratamiento. Caso clínico: paciente masculino de 19 años que presentó fractura de rama mandibular izquierda causado por proyectil de arma de fuego; la fractura se manejó mediante la colocación de fijación intermaxilar con arcos barra tipo Erich y fijación externa durante 3 meses. Como parte del resultado, el paciente presentó una correcta oclusión dentaria y mantiene sus movimientos mandibulares sin ninguna limitación. Esto demuestra que la reducción cerrada y fijación externa debe mantenerse en el arsenal terapéutico debido a sus adecuados resultados comprobados en la literatura y en este caso. Ahora bien, aunque la reducción abierta y fijación interna con material de osteosíntesis hace parte del manejo idóneo para todo tipo de fractura, todos los casos requieren ser individualizados.

Background: wounds from a frearm projectile in the craniofacial region cause devastating functional damage and aesthetic deformities, along with psychological trauma when returning to daily life. This is why proper reconstruction is essential for comprehensive rehabilitation. External fxation is a method of closed fracture reduction that involves the use of screws to manipulate loose segments of bone that are then fxed using external connections. Objective: to present the case of a patient with a mandibular fracture caused by a frearm projectile treated with external fixators and review the literature. Clinical case: a 19-year-old male patient who presented a fracture of the left mandibular ramus caused by a frearm projectile, the fracture was managed by placing intermaxillary fxation with Erich-type bar arches and external fixation for 3 months. The patient presented a correct dental occlusion and maintains his mandibular movements without any limitation. Conclusion: mandibular fractures caused by frearm projectiles are a challenge for treatment. Open reduction and internal fixation with osteosynthesis material is the ideal management for all types of fractures, however, all cases must be individualized, and it must be considered that closed reduction and external fxation must remain in our therapeutic arsenal due to their adequate results verifed in the literature and in our case.

Algoritmo para el Manejo del Trauma Balístico Maxilofacial. Caso Clínico y Revisión de la Literatura

RESUMEN: El trauma maxilofacial por proyectil balístico corresponde a un escenario desafiante para los servicios de alta complejidad debido a su alta mortalidad y morbilidad, asociando gran costo en insumos, hospitalización y recursos, en contraste con la funcionalidad hacia una inserción laboral eficiente. En este sentido la cirugía de reconstrucción se relaciona con el daño presentado en los tejidos blandos y duros, siendo clasificada en etapa inmediata (reducción abierta y fijación con osteosintesis) y/o mediata en donde el uso de tutores externos continúa siendo una propuesta válida. Reporte de un paciente masculino de 38 años, que ingresa por trauma balístico maxilofacial con daño extenso en tejido blando y conminución en cuerpo de mandíbula, siendo tratado de manera mediata por estabilización de tutores externos y posterior reconstrucción con injerto autólogo no vascularizado; presentándose complicación intraoperatoria de comunicación de acceso extraoral con intraoral; cerrado con injerto loco regional de cuerpo adiposo de mejilla. Paciente presenta evolución favorable. Se realizó una revisión de literatura en relación al uso de cuerpo adiposo de mejilla en cirugía maxilofacial reconstructiva. El uso de tutores externos se presenta como una alternativa válida y favorable para traumatismos con daño extenso en tejido blando y duro. El uso de cuerpo adiposo de mejilla se reporta en variados usos en cirugía oral y maxilofacial, sin embargo, su uso como injerto locoregional para cierre de procesos que requieren ser injertados es escaso; planteándose como una propuesta en este reporte.

ABSTRACT: Ballistic projectile maxillofacial trauma corresponds to a challenging scenario for highly complex services due to high mortality and morbidity, associating high cost in supplies, hospitalization and resources, in contrast to the functionality towards efficient labor insertion. In this sense, reconstruction surgery is related to the damage presented in the soft and hard tissues, being classified in the immediate stage (open reduction and fixation with osteosynthesis) and / or mediate where the use of external tutors continues to be a valid proposal. Report of a 38-year-old male patient admitted for maxillofacial ballistic trauma with extensive soft tissue damage and comminution in the mandible body, being treated mediate by stabilization of external tutors and subsequent reconstruction with a non- autologous graft. vascularized; presenting intraoperative complication of communication between extraoral and intraoral access; closed with a locoregional flap of the adipose body of the cheek. The patient presents a favorable evolution. A literature review was carried out in relation to the use of the adipose body of the cheek in reconstructive maxillofacial surgery. The use of external tutors is presented as a valid and favorable alternative for trauma with extensive damage to soft and hard tissue. The use of the adipose body of the cheek is reported in various uses in oral and maxillofacial surgery, however, its use as a locoregional graft for closing processes that require grafting is scarce; it is presented as a proposal in this report.

Tratamento cirúrgico em fratura de mandíbula atrófica: uma revisão de literatura / Surgical treatment of atrophic jaw fracture: a literature review

Analisar o manejo de fraturas em mandíbula atrófica voltado para a abordagem cirúrgica com ênfase na melhor técnica indicada. A perda óssea alveolar tem sido uma das consequências do edentulismo, que tem o potencial de levar a atrofia óssea. As fraturas de mandíbulas atróficas, normalmente são consideradas um procedimento desafiador, devido ser encontrada em pacientes idosos ou em virtude da perda dentária precoce resultando em um reparo dessas fraturas mais complexo. Os principais fatores etiológicos têm sido os acidentes automobilísticos, seguidos de queda e agressão. Geralmente, as causas das quedas decorrem de desequilíbrio, fraqueza muscular, tontura, e uso crônico de medicamentos como sedativos. As opções terapêuticas objetivam restaurar forma, função e imobilização apropriada desse possível evento. A individualização do tratamento de escolha é de grande importância, pois geralmente o paciente apresenta alterações fisiológicas decorrentes do envelhecimento e ossos mais fragilizados com potencial osteogênico reduzido, que dificultam a abordagem cirúrgica. Entretanto, deve ser considerado para o manejo dessas fraturas, a idade do paciente, as condições e quantidade de tecido ósseo e tecido mole. Porém, vale ressaltar que o envelhecimento não apresenta contraindicação, apenas exige condições especiais que devem ser consideradas. Nesse sentido, quando há oportunidade de dispositivos tecnológicos, como os biomodelos que contribuem significativamente para procedimentos cirúrgicos bucomaxilofaciais, esses fornecem maior previsibilidade de resultados, bem como redução do tempo cirúrgico.

To analyze the management of fractures in atrophic mandible aimed at the surgical approach, emphasizing which technique is best indicated. Alveolar bone loss has been one of the consequences of edentulism, which has the potential to lead to bone atrophy. Atrophic jaw fractures are usually considered a challenging procedure, as they are found in elderly patients or due to early tooth loss, resulting in a more complex repair of these fractures. The main etiological factors have been described as car accidents, followed by falls and aggression. Commonly, the causes of falls stem from imbalance, muscle weakness, dizziness, and chronic use of medications such as sedatives. The therapeutic options aim to restore form, function and appropriate immobilization of this possible event. The individualization of the treatment of choice is of great importance, as the patient usually presents physiological changes resulting from aging and more brittle bones and a reduced osteogenic potential, which makes the surgical approach difficult. However, the patient's age, conditions and amount of bone and soft tissue must be taken into consideration for the management of these fractures. However, it is noteworthy that aging has no contraindication, it only requires special conditions that must be considered. In this sense, when there is an opportunity for technological devices, such as biomodels that significantly contribute to maxillofacial surgical procedures, it provides greater predictability of results, as well as reduced surgical time.

Self-drilling screws for the prevention of dental and skeletal injuries during open reduction and internal fixation of pediatric mandibular fractures

Facial trauma in pediatric population predisposes the child to injury of both the developing skeleton and dentition. This article aims to highlight the experience of the authors through a case report, in using self-drilling screws for fixation of mandibular fractures in pediatric age group. The use of self-drilling screws minimizes the complications such as thermal and/or mechanical damage to the developing dentition and the bone. They also provide significant advantages including ease of availability and technique, superior anchorage with primary stability, and minimizing or avoiding permanent damage to the developing tooth germs in the site of fracture. The use of self-drilling screws for mandibular open reduction and internal fixation in children is an easy, reliable, and safe technique which may have significant value addition in preventing inadvertent injury to the developing tooth germs.

Abordaje intraoral con asistencia endoscópica para las fracturas de cóndilo mandibular: descripción de una serie de casos / Intraoral approach with endoscopic assistance for mandibular condyle fractures: a case series

Objetivo: Describir una serie de casos de fracturas de cóndilo mandibular resueltas por abordaje intraoral y asistencia video-endoscópica. Casos clínicos: Se presentan 3 casos de pacientes con fracturas de cóndilo mandibular unilateral. Dos casos presen- tan un segundo trazo de fractura parasinfisiaria asociada. El tratamiento realizado fue la reducción abierta y la fijación in- terna de todas las fracturas por abordaje oral. Se realizaron controles clínicos y tomográficos mediatos y a distancia (AU)

Aim: To present the experience with a series of cases re- solved by an intraoral approach and video-endoscopic assis- tance for the management of mandibular condyle fractures. Clinical cases: Three cases of patients with unilater- al mandibular condyle fractures are presented. Two of the cases presented a second line of associated parasymphyseal fracture. The treatment performed was open reduction and internal fixation of all fractures by oral approach. Mid-term and long-term clinical and tomographic follow-ups were per- formed, with favorable results (AU)

Stability as a key factor for bone repair in nonunion of mandibular osteotomy / Estabilidad como factor clave en la reparación de la nonunión de la osteotomía mandibular

Stability is necessary to ensuring proper bone repair after osteotomies and fractures. The aim of this research was to analyze how the repair of pseudoarthrosis sites was affected by different conditions in related to soft tissue. An experimental study was designed with 18 New Zealand rabbits. Six study groups were formed. An osteotomy was performed on the mandibular body of each animal and muscle was installed at the osteotomy site to model pseudoarthrosis. Fixation by surgery was then carried out, using plates and screws. The animals were submitted to euthanasia after 21, 42 and 63 days to make a descriptive comparison of the histological results. No animal was lost during the experiment. In all the samples, bone formation was observed with different degrees of progress. Defects treated with or without removal of the tissue involved in pseudoarthrosis presented comparable bone repair, showing that stability of the bone segments allows the repair of adjacent tissue. In some samples cartilaginous tissue was associated with greater bone formation. Stabilization of the fracture is the key in bone repair; repair occurs whether or not the pseudoarthrosis tissue is removed.

La estabilidad de las osteotomías y de las fracturas son fundamentales para asegurar la adecuada reparación ósea; el objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar la reparación presente en sitios de pseudoartrosis realizando la limpieza de la zona previo a la fijación o manteniendo el tejido de la nounión en el mismo lugar durante la osteosíntesis. Se diseñó un estudio experimental incluyendo 18 conejos de raza Neozelandesa. Se formaron 6 grupos de estudios a quienes se relizó una osteotomía en el cuerpo mandibular y posterior instalación de músculo en el lugar de la osteotomía para fabricar un modelo de pseudoartrosis. En cirugía posterior se fijó con placa y tornillos. Se realizaron eutanasias a los 42 y 63 días para comparar los resultados de forma descriptiva mediante estudio histológico. No fue perdido ningún animal durante el experimento. En todas las muestras evaluadas se observó formación ósea en diferentes niveles de avance; defectos tratados con o sin el retiro del tejido involucrado en la pseudoartrosis presentaron una condición de reparación ósea comparables, determinando que la estabilidad de los segmentos óseos permite la reparación del tejido adyacente. El tejido cartilaginoso se presentó en algunas muestras asociadas a sectores con mayor presencia de formación ósea. La estabilización de la fractura es clave en la reparación ósea; la reparación se produce manteniendo o retirando el tejido presente en la pseudoartrosis.

Prevalence of mental nerve injury in facial fractures: a 3 year retrospective study

Background: Mandibular fracture is the most common facial bone fracture. Fractures occurring at the Para symphysis region frequently results in mental nerve injury, due to which anaesthesia or paraesthesia of the skin and mucous membrane within the distribution of mental nerve may be observed and may cause reduced quality of life for patients. Aim of this study was to retrospectively analyse and evaluate the prevalence rate of mental nerve injury in patients that reported to the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, managed conservatively or open reduction and internal fixation method during the last 3 yearsMethods: Patients with neurosensory deficit following para symphysis fracture were recorded, statistically analyzed and results and observation were prepared from it.Results: The patients with age group 21-30 diagnosed with para symphysis fracture constituted 25% of all operated case and were found to be more associated with midface and angle fracture. Etiology behind the trauma was mostly as a result of RTA. Neurosensory disturbances as a result of mental nerve injury were found to be associated in 20.89% case, out of which in most of the cases, it gradually recovered within a duration of 7-15 days.Conclusions: RTA’s have been a prime cause for para symphysis fracture, which may at times accompany neurosensory deficit following trauma or may occur post-surgery, has been found to cause troublesome sequelae and reduced quality of life. Moreover, further research study needs to be carried out over a larger time span having a larger group of patients.

Treatment of resorbed mandibles with titanium plate and immediate implant-supported prosthesis - case series

Abstract Severely resorbed mandibles with only cortical bone remaining can fracture during or after implant placement. This case series presents a technique to reduce the risk or the consequences of mandibular fracture. Seven patients with only cortical mandibular bone remaining were treated with the fixation of a titanium plate in the frontal surface previously to implant placement, during the same surgical procedure. Immediate complete-arch implant supported prosthesis were installed. Patient's systemic and local conditions that could influence implant survival were registered previously to surgery and during the follow up period. Biological and biomechanical complications were recorded. The condition of peri-implant tissues was evaluated. The follow-ups ranged from 12 to 84 months. Twenty-nine implants were placed and no implant failure or other biological complication was observed. The peri-implant tissue evaluation demonstrated most implants was surrounded by keratinized tissue (89.5%). No marginal recession (implant platform cervical to gingival margin) was observed. Probing depth was normal, ranging from 0 to 3 mm. Low scores of plaque index or bleeding on probing were recorded. Biomechanical complications evolved loosening of 4 prosthetic screws and 1 fractured. The use of a titanium plate for the fixation of severely resorbed mandibles with only cortical bone remaining was a safe treatment procedure, avoiding biological and major biomechanical complications in the treatment with immediate complete-arch implant-supported prosthesis.

Resumo Mandíbulas severamente reabsorvidas com apenas osso cortical remanescente podem fraturar durante ou após a colocação de implantes. O presente relato de casos apresenta uma técnica para reduzir o risco ou as consequências da fratura mandibular. Pacientes com apenas osso cortical remanescente foram tratados com a fixação de placa de titânio na superfície frontal, previamente a colocação dos implantes, no mesmo procedimento cirúrgico. Próteses totais implanto-suportadas foram instaladas com carga imediata. Condições locais e sistêmicas dos pacientes que poderiam influenciar a sobrevivência dos implantes foram registradas previamente a cirurgia e durante o período de acompanhamento. Complicações biológicas e biomecânicas foram registradas. A condição dos tecidos peri-implante foi avaliada. Sete pacientes completaram o período de acompanhamento, variando entre 12 e 84 meses. Vinte e nove implantes foram colocados e nenhuma falha ou complicação biológica foi observada. A avaliação do tecido peri-implante demonstrou que a maioria dos implantes possuía tecido queratinizado (89,5%). Nenhuma recessão marginal (plataforma do implante cervical à margem gengival) foi observada. Profundidade de sondagem mostrou-se normal, variando entre 0 e 3 mm. Baixos escores de índice de placa ou sangramento à sondagem foram observados. Complicações biomecânicas envolveram perda de 4 e 1 fratura de parafusos protéticos. O uso da placa de titânio para fixação de mandíbulas severamente reabsorvidas com apenas osso cortical remanescente pode ser considerado tratamento seguro, evitando alterações biológicas e maiores complicações biomecânicas no tratamento com próteses totais imediatas implanto-suportadas.

Pseudoaneurisma como complicação de fratura de côndilo mandibular / Pseudoaneuriysm as complication of mandibular côdilo fracture

INTRODUÇÃO: Pseudoaneurismas são geralmente resultantes de trauma sem corte levando provocando a laceração de parte da parede do vaso promovendo o extravasamento de sangue para os tecidos circundantes, seguidos por tamponamento e formação do coágulo. OBJETIVO: Apresentar um caso de pseudoaneurisma em artéria carótida externa como complicação de fratura de côndilo mandibular. RELATO DE CASO: Paciente de 18 anos de idade, vítima de acidente motociclístico compareceu à emergência do Hospital Regional do Cariri com fratura de côndilo mandibular associada à fratura de coronoide e parassínfise, evoluindo com pseudoaneurisma de artéria carótida externa e submetido à embolização seletiva. CONCLUSÃO: Ressaltamos que pseudoaneurismas da artéria carótida externa apresentam as fraturas de côndilo mandibular como fatores etiológicos raros, no entanto uma cuidadosa análise das suas características anatômicas assim como o diagnóstico precoce concorrem para a prevenção de acidentes e complicações graves nas abordagens dos traumas de face... (AU)

Introduction: Pseudoaneurysms are usually the result of blunt trauma leading to laceration of part of the vessel wall promoting extravasation of blood into surrounding tissues followed by tamponade and clot formation. Purpose: To present a case of external carotid artery pseudoaneurysm as a complication of mandibular condyle fracture. Case report: An 18-year-old patient, a motorcycle accident victim, attended the emergency of the Cariri Regional Hospital with a mandibular condyle fracture associated with a coronoid fracture and a parasymphysis, evolving with external carotid artery pseudoaneurysm and submitted to selective embolization. Conclusion: We emphasize that pseudoaneurysms of the external carotid artery present mandibular condyle fractures as rare etiological factors, however a careful analysis of their anatomical characteristics as well as early diagnosis contributes to the prevention of accidents and serious complications in the face trauma approaches... (AU)

Tratamento fechado em fratura mandibular: parassinfisária e côndilar bilateral ­ relato de caso clínico / Closed treatment in mandibular fracture: bilateral parasymphyseal and condyle ­ clinical case report

Objetivo: relatar um caso de fratura na região parassinfisária e côndilar bilateral após acidente ciclístico, tratada pela técnica de bloqueio maxilomandibular. Relato de caso: paciente do gênero feminino, 21 anos, deu entrada no Hospital Municipal Waldemar das Dores, Barão de Cocais, MG, vítima de acidente ciclístico, apresentando fratura de esmalte e dentina nos dentes 11 e 21, mordida aberta anterior, com incapacidade de atingir a máxima intercuspidação, juntamente com uma limitação de excursão lateral para o lado direito. Após exames tomográficos, foi constatada fratura completa de colo de côndilo direito, fratura em galho verde em côndilo esquerdo e fratura de cortical lingual parassinfisária. Por se tratar de uma paciente jovem e por apenas uma de suas fraturas apresentar-se completa (colo do côndilo direito), foi proposto tratamento fechado, por meio do bloqueio maxilomandibular. Conclusão: o bloqueio maxilomandibular foi considerado um tratamento eficaz no caso em questão, no qual foi possível estabelecer a consolidação das fraturas sem ocorrência de complicações pós-tratamento.(AU)

Objective: to report a case of fracture in the bilateral parasymphyseal and condylar region after a cycling accident, treated with the maxillomandibular block technique. Case report: a 21-yearold female patient was admitted to the Waldemar das Dores Municipal Hospital, Barão de Cocais, MG, Brazil, victim of a cycling accident, showing enamel and dentin fracture in teeth 11 and 21, anterior open bite, inability to reach maximum intercuspation, and a lateral excursion limitation to the right side. Tomographic examinations showed complete fracture of the right condyle neck, greenstick fracture in the left condyle, and parasymphyseal lingual cortical fracture. Considering it is a young patient with only one complete fracture (neck of the right condyle), a closed treatment was proposed through maxillomandibular block. Conclusion: maxillomandibular block was considered an effective treatment for the case in question, allowing to establish fracture consolidation without post-treatment complications.(AU)

Relationship between mandible fractures and third molars

BACKGROUND: This study was conducted to determine the relationship between third molar (M3) and mandibular fracture.METHODS: Patients with unilateral mandibular angle or condyle fractures between 2008 and 2018 were evaluated retrospectively. Medical records were reviewed regarding the location of fractures, and panoramic radiographs were reviewed to discern the presence and position of ipsilateral mandibular third molars (M3). We measured the bony area of the mandibular angle (area A) and the bony area occupied by the M3 (area B) to calculate the true mandibular angle bony area ratio (area A–B/area A× 100).RESULTS: The study consisted of 129 patients, of which 60 (46.5%) had angle fractures and 69 (53.5%) had condyle fractures. The risk of angle fracture was higher in the presence of M3 (odds ratio [OR], 2.2; p< 0.05) and the risk of condyle fracture was lower in the presence of M3 (OR, 0.45; p< 0.05), than in the absence of M3. The risk of angle fracture was higher in the presence of an impacted M3 (OR, 0.3; p< 0.001) and the risk of condyle fracture was lower in the presence of an impacted M3 (OR, 3.32; p< 0.001), than in the presence of a fully erupted M3. True mandibular angle bony area ratio was significantly lower in the angle fractures than in the condyle fractures (p= 0.003).CONCLUSION: Angle fractures had significantly lower true mandibular angle bony area ratios than condyle fractures. True mandibular angle bony area ratio, a simple and inexpensive method, could be an option to predict the mandibular fracture patterns.

Temporomandibular joint function 10-15 years after mandibular setback surgery and six weeks of intermaxillary fixation

Abstract Intermaxillary fixation (IMF) is a classic method for immobilization of the mandible after mandibular fractures and corrective surgery. However, it has been suggested that IMF may be a risk for developing temporomandibular joint (TMJ)-related symptoms, especially when applied for longer periods. Objective: To evaluate the clinical function of TMJs and masticatory muscles 10-15 years after mandibular setback surgery and subsequent six weeks of IMF. The patients' self-reported TMJ and masticatory muscle symptoms were also addressed. Methodology: Thirty-six patients (24 women and 12 men) treated with intraoral vertical ramus osteotomies and subsequent six weeks of IMF, underwent a clinical examination of TMJs and masticatory muscles 10-15 years after surgery and completed a five-item structured questionnaire reporting subjective TMJ-related symptoms. Mean age by the time of clinical examination was 34.1 years (range 27.2-59.8 years). The clinical outcome was registered according to the Helkimo clinical dysfunction index. Descriptive and bivariate statistics were performed and level of significance was set to 5%. Results: Mean maximum unassisted mouth opening 10-15 years after surgery was 50.1 mm, (range 38-70 mm, SE 1.2), statistically significantly greater in men compared to women (p=0.004). Mean Helkimo dysfunction group was 1.5 (range 1-3, SE 0.10). Eighty-one percent experienced pain on palpation in either the masseter muscle, temporal muscle or both, and 31% experienced pain when moving the mandible in one or more directions. Thirty-one percent reported pain from palpating the TMJs. In the questionnaire, none reported to have pain during chewing or mouth opening on a weekly or daily basis, but 22% reported difficulties with maximum opening of the mouth. Conclusion: Ten to fifteen years after mandibular setback surgery the patient's mandibular range of movement is good. Despite clinically recognizable symptoms, few patients reported having TMJ- or masticatory muscle-related symptoms in their daily life.

Corrección quirúrgica de una fractura mandibular en una yegua por cerclaje interdentario: un reporte de caso / Surgical correction of mandibular fracture in a mare by interdental cerclage: a case report / Tratamiento cirúrgico de uma fratura da mandibula em uma égua por cerclagem interdental: um relato de caso

Resumen Las fracturas de la mandíbula no son raras en equinos, siendo este el hueso de la cabeza más fracturada. En la mayoría de los casos, se abren y se ven involucrados tejidos blandos adyacentes. Como los huesos de la cabeza no son sometidos a fuerzas de carga de apoyo, la fijación de la fractura es menos desafiante. El presente trabajo describe el tratamiento quirúrgico en campo de una fractura mandibular en una yegua Criolla Colombiana de 64 meses de edad. Esta presenta mala oclusión con desgarro de la mucosa bucal. La proyección radiográfica oral muestra una fractura abierta transversal en el cuerpo mandibular a nivel de la región de la placa alveolar derecha. La anestesia se inicia con acepromazina (0,04 mg/kg intramuscular) e inducción con xilacina (1,1 mg/kg) y ketamina (2,2 mg/kg Intravenosa). Se utilizó una anestesia total intravenosa con triple goteo para mante nimiento (2 g de ketamina + 500 mg de xilacina en 1 litro de guaifenesina al 5%) en infusión constante (2-3 ml/kg/h). Después de limpiar y desbridar la herida se realiza una incisión a través de la mejilla sobre los premolares 406 y 407. Se perforó un orificio con una broca entre los espacios interalveolares de los premolares. Se pasó el alambre a través del agujero, el fue dirigido rostralmente y atado a través de los agujeros previamente hechos entre los incisivos 402 y 403. El alambre se torció para aumentar la compresión en la línea de la fractura. Después de apretar, los extremos de los cables se doblaron. El manejo posoperatorio se basó en la administración de ketoprofeno durante 5 días, Penicilina G (20.000 UI/kg) y desinfección diaria de la herida con Clorhexidina 0,12%. El alambre se dejó 4 semanas, observando una rápida cicatrización y consolidación de la fractura. El restablecimiento de las funciones de aprehensión y masticación se obtuvieron rápidamente. Se puede afirmar que esta técnica proporciona una estabilidad segura, es fácil de realizar y de bajo costo.

Abstract Secondary mandible fracture due to external trauma is not uncommon in horses, that being the most commonly fractured bone when the injure is on the animal´s head. In most cases, the injuries are open and damaging to surrounding soft tissues. As the bones of the head are not subjected to load forces, the support requirements for fracture fixation are less challenging. This paper describes the surgical treatment in field of a mandibular fracture in e 64-month-old Colombian Creole mare. It shows malocclusion with a tear on the buccal mucosa. Oral radiographic projection shows an open transverse fracture in the mandibular body at the level of the right alveolar plate region. Anesthesia is initiated with acepromazine (0.04 mg/kg intramuscular) and induction with xylazine (1.1 mg/kg) and ketamine (2.2 mg/kg intravenous). Total intravenous anesthesia with triple drip was used for maintenance (2 g of ketamine + 500 mg of xylazine in 1 liter of 5% guaifenesin) in constant infusion (2-3 ml/kg/h). After cleaning and debriding the wound, an incision is made through the cheek on the premolars 406 and 407. An orifice is drilled between the interalveolar spaces of the premolars. The wire is passed through the hole, which is routed rostrally and tied through the holes previously made between the incisors 402 and 403. The wire is twisted to increase compression in the fracture line. After tightening, the ends of the cables are bent. Post-operative management was based on the ad ministration of ketoprofen for 5 days, Penicillin G (20,000 IU/kg) and daily disinfection of the wound with Chlorhexidine 0.12%. The wire was left for 4 weeks, observing rapid healing and consolidation of the fracture. The restoration of the functions of apprehension and chewing were obtained quickly. It can be said that this technique provides a safe stability, is easy to perform and inexpensive.

Resumo Fraturas da mandíbula secundárias a trauma externo não são raras em equinos, sendo este o osso mais comumente fraturado quando o trauma é na região da cabeça. Na maioria dos casos, são abertas e com dano aos tecidos moles adjacentes. Como os ossos da cabeça não são submetidos às forças de carga do apoio, a exigência para fixação da fratura é menos desafiadora. O presente trabalho descreve o tratamento cirúrgico em campo de uma fractura da mandibula em uma égua criolla colombiana de 64 meses. Ela mostra maloclusão com uma lágrima na mucosa bucal. A projeção radiográfica oral mostra uma fratura transversal aberta no corpo mandibular ao nível da região da placa alveolar direita. A anestesia é iniciada com acepromazina (0,04 mg/kg intramuscular) e indução com xilazina (1,1 mg/kg) e cetamina (2,2 mg/kg por via intravenosa). Anestesia venosa total com tríplice gotejamento foi utilizada para manutenção (2 g de cetamina + 500 mg de xilazina em 1 litro de guaifenesina a 5%) em infusão constante (2-3 ml/kg/h). Após a limpeza e desbridamento da ferida, uma incisão é feita através da bochecha nos pré-molares 406 e 407. Um orifício é perfurado entre os espaços interalveolares dos pré-molares. O fio é passado através do orifício, que é encaminhado rostralmente e amarrado através dos orifícios feitos anteriormente entre os incisivos 402 e 403. O fio é torcido para aumentar a compressão na linha de fractura. Após o aperto, as extremidades dos cabos são dobradas. O tratamento pós-operatório foi baseado na administração de cetoprofeno por 5 dias, Penicilina G (20.000 UI/kg) e desinfecção diária da ferida com Clorexidina 0,12%. O fio foi deixado por 4 semanas, observando-se rápida cicatrização e consolidação da fratura. A restauração das funções de apreensão e mastigação foram obtidas rapidamente. Pode-se dizer que esta técnica proporciona uma estabilidade segura, é fácil de executar e barata.

Fracturas Mandibulares Conminutadas por Impacto de Proyectil Balístico: Propuesta de Tratamiento Inicial Mediante Método de Fijación Alternativo / Mandibular Fractures Comminuted by Ballistic Projectile Impact: Initial Treatment Proposal Using Alternative Fixation Method

RESUMEN: El trauma maxilofacial por arma de fuego representa un desafío terapéutico principalmente debido a la gran conminución de tejidos que genera. Específicamente, en casos de fracturas mandibulares conminutadas, las modalidades de tratamientos incluye la reducción cerrada, fijación con tutor externo, fijación interna con alambres y reducción abierta y fijación interna utilizando placas y tornillos. El objetivo del presente trabajo es describir un tratamiento inicial con un método de fijación para fracturas mandibulares conminutadas como dispositivo alternativo al tutor externo clásicamente utilizado. Se desarrolla una revisión de la literatura actual acerca del tratamiento inicial o de urgencia de fracturas mandibulares conminutadas por impacto de proyectil balístico, haciendo énfasis en las indicaciones de cada modalidad de tratamiento y sus respectivas ventajas y desventajas. Luego se describe detalladamente el proceso de confección de un método de fijación alternativo junto con la exposición de casos clínicos donde fue utilizado como alternativa de tratamiento. La reducción y fijación obtenida por el dispositivo presentado logra resultados satisfactorios, sin encontrarse diferencias significativas a los elementos de fijación clásicos. Tanto el uso de placas de reconstrucción como el de tutor externo constituyen alternativas válidas para el tratamiento de fracturas mandibulares conminutadas. El dispositivo descrito y utilizado en los pacientes es una alternativa eficiente, de fácil confección y bajo costo económico demostrando buenos resultados en relación a la consolidación de fracturas conminutadas. Se debe conocer las indicaciones para la aplicación de cada modalidad de tratamiento.

ABSTRACT: Ballistic maxillofacial trauma represents a challenge for surgeons because of the important comminution process it presents. Specifically, in cases of mandibular comminuted fractures, the different treatment modalities include closed reduction, external fixation and internal fixation. The purpose of this case series is to describe an initial treatment modality, with a fixation method for comminuted mandibular fractures as an alternative for the classic external fixator. We conducted a literature review about the initial treatment for ballistic comminuted mandibular fractures, emphasizing indications of each treatment modality and their respective advantages and disadvantages. Next, we described the preparation process of an alternative fixation method along with a case series, where it was used as a therapeutical alternative. The reduction as well the fixation achieved by the external fixator, showed satisfactory results without significant differences noted with traditional fixation methods. Both, reconstruction plates and external fixators, are valid alternatives for treating comminuted mandibular fractures. The method described and used in these patients is and efficient alternative, easy to make and at a low cost, with good results in relation to fracture consolidation. We propose that every treatment modality and its indications should be evaluated in order to treat each case adequately.

Comparison of Bite Force with Locking Plates versus Non-Locking Plates in the Treatment of Mandibular Fractures: A Meta-Analysis

Abstract Introduction Mandibular fractures represent a high percentage of all facial fractures, and the bite force is a fundamental parameter to measure the actual mandibular function and, subsequently, the masticatory efficiency and quality of life. Objectives The purpose of the present systematic review was to verify if there is any difference in the bite forces of patients with mandibular fractures fixed by locking or non-locking plates, testing the null hypothesis of no difference in this parameter. Data Synthesis A systematic review of the literature was conducted using four databases (PubMed, Virtual Health Library,Web of Science and Science Direct) without restrictions as to publication date or language. We found 3,039 abstracts, and selected 4 articles for this review. Conclusion The overall results show better performance in bite force for the locking plates when compared with the non-locking plates in the incisor region (mean deviation [MD]: 1.18; 95% confidence interval [95%CI]: 0.13-2.23), right molar region (MD: 4.71; 95%CI: 0.63-8.79) and left molar region (MD: 10.34; 95%CI: 4.55-16.13). Although the results of this study indicated a better bite force result with the locking plates, there is still no sufficient evidence to support this information safely.

Long Term Follow-up of Children with Facial Asymmetry: A Case Report / 대한소아치과학회지

Mandibular fractures occur with high incidence among various fractures in maxillofacial region in children. Jaw fractures in children should be approached differently than in adults because bone growth continues throughout childhood. As far as displacement of the fragment is not severe, or if it is condyle that is fractured, closed reduction and additional intermaxillary fixation can be considered. Functional exercise is also required to prevent ankylosis of temporomandibular joint.Several complications, particularly malocclusion and facial asymmetry due to growth disturbances, can occur after condylar fractures. If growth disturbances take place after mandibular fractures, catch-up growth may occur in some patients, thus, periodic observation is necessary. In case of persistent growth disturbances, functional devices may be used to prevent severe facial asymmetry.This case report describes the long-term follow-up of two patients with facial asymmetry after mandibular fracture.

Facial symmetry after conservative treatment of unilateral condylar fracture in children: a three-dimensional study / 中华口腔医学杂志

Objective@#To investigate the influence of condylar fractures on the growth of condylars after conservative treatments by three-dimensional measurement.@*Methods@#Twenty three children with unilateral condylar fracture followed-up for at least 1 year in Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital were included from June 2016 to March 2017. CT scans were performed for each patient. Three-dimensional virtual skulls were reconstructed and measuring points were defined with Simplant 11.04 software. The depth of glenoid fossa, height of articular eminence, width, height and depth of condylar, deviation of pogonion were measured. Statistical analyses were conducted to assess difference between the bifid group and the normal group.@*Results@#No difference was observed in the vertical position of crest of the articular eminence between two groups (P=0.110). The vertical position of roof of the glenoid fossa in bifid side was significantly superior than the one in normal side (P=0.010). Bifid side had a shorter (P=0.002) and wider(P=0.002) condylar than normal side did. No difference was observed in the depth of condylar between two groups (P=0.071). The average deviation of pogonion was (0.69±1.75) mm (P=0.072) from sagittal plan.@*Conclusions@#This short-termed study indicates that children's growth potential of condylar is under average after conservative treatments. Because the bone hyperosteogeny of glenoid fossa compensates the hypotrophy of condylar, no deviation of pogonion is detected.