Mandibular Osteotomies

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Abstract

Since the mandibular osteotomy described by Hullihen [1], maxillomandibular fixation (MMF) during the healing period has been the fixation method of choice (Fig. 43.1). New surgical techniques include the use of rigid and semi-rigid internal fixation (RIF) with plates [2] and/or screws [3, 4] (Fig. 43.2). The avoidance of MMF allows increased stability and improved postoperative care [4, 5] and accelerates psychological recovery [6].

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationCraniomaxillofacial Reconstructive and Corrective Bone Surgery
Subtitle of host publicationSecond Edition
PublisherSpringer New York
Pages603-623
Number of pages21
ISBN (Electronic)9781493915293
ISBN (Print)9781493915286
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2019

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