Broken; It can be described as the complete or partial loss of continuity of the bone in the face of a sudden and severe force. In case of fracture; The intensity and direction of the incoming force, the anatomical features of the area where it comes from, and the cross-sectional area of the object causing the trauma play an important role.
Fractures of the jaw and facial area; They may occur as a result of trauma or due to pathological formations. While traffic accidents, fights and sports injuries are examples of trauma fractures, fractures caused by cysts and tumors constitute pathological fractures.
Treatment of jaw fractures
In the treatment, first of all, the broken pieces must be brought together and then their immobility must be ensured in this position. Treatment method in fracture treatment; The area where the fracture occurs should be determined by taking into account the condition of the teeth, the age of the patient, whether the broken pieces have shifted, and whether there is bone loss in the broken pieces.
There are two main treatment principles:
1. Surgical Treatment 2. Conservative Treatment
While various plates and screws are used in surgical treatment, in conservative treatment; Arch bars, splints and extraoral bandages can be used.
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