Occlusal Reconstruction: Orthodontic Techniques for Treatment of Jaw Fracture.

Autor: Yokoo, Satoshi, Tateishi, Chizu, Furudoi, Shungo, Shibuya, Yasuyuki, Komori, Takahide, Hanagaki, Hirofumi, Moriyama, Keiji
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Zdroj: World Journal of Orthodontics; Winter2004, Vol. 5 Issue 4, p339-343, 5p, 10 Color Photographs, 2 Black and White Photographs, 1 Diagram
Abstrakt: Aim: Treatment by the multidisciplinary-team approach for jaw fractures, and the role of the orthodontist, are discussed and illustrated through case reports. Methods: Two cases of jaw fractures treated with orthodontic techniques, as an alternative noninvasive procedure, are presented. One subject with a fresh mandibular fracture did not consent to surgery, despite a good indication for open reduction. The other subject had maljoined mandibular fractures from surgery, with insufficient occlusal consideration. Conclusion: Orthodontists, as well as oral surgeons, participate in every stage of the treatment of jaw fractures, including treatment decisions, in-patient management, dietary guidance, etc. Orthodontists also attend surgical operations to determine the most stable occlusion, making possible more detailed occlusal reconstruction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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