Journal Reviews

Facial nerve injuries in fixing mandibular condylar fractures

13 August 2015 | | Maxillofacial Surgery | Condyle fracture, Facial nerve injuries, Miniplate fixation, Morbidity, Open reduction, Retromandibular transparotid approach

The commonest fracture of the mandible is reported in the region of the condyle. Untreated this can lead to shortening of the ramus, facial asymmetry, arthrosis of the temporomandibular joint, impaired mastication and speech. The standard treatment is open reduction...