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Semin Plast Surg 2021; 35(04): 238-249
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1735818
Review Article

Mandibular Fractures: Diagnosis and Management

Kanvar Panesar
1   Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle, Washington
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Srinivas M. Susarla
2   Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
3   Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle, Washington
4   Divisions of Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery and Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery, Craniofacial Center, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington
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Abstract

Accurate evaluation, diagnosis, and management of mandibular fractures is essential to effectively restore an individual's facial esthetics and function. Understanding of surgical anatomy, fracture fixation principles, and the nuances of specific fractures with respect to various patient populations can aid in adequately avoiding complications such as malocclusion, non-union, paresthesia, and revision procedures. This article reviews comprehensive mandibular fracture assessment, mandibular surgical anatomy, fracture fixation principles, management considerations, and commonly encountered complications. In addition, this article reviews emerging literature examining 3-dimensional printing and intraoperative imaging.

Keywords

mandible - mandibular fracture - maxillofacial injury - craniomaxillofacial trauma - facial trauma


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