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Bilateral Condylar Fracture: A Case Treated with a Conservative Myofunctional Approach

Authors :
German O Ramirez-Yanez
Antonio Bedoya-Rodriguez
Source :
The Journal of clinical pediatric dentistry. 44(6)
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Mandibular condylar fractures in a growing child may cause long-term consequences. A conservative approach has been recommended to permit the remodelling of the condyles as well as to re-establishing the mandibular dynamics and oral functions. This case report presents a bilateral mandibular condylar fracture in an 11 years old girl treated with myofunctional appliances in combination with exercises. The successful results from this clinical case support a conservative approach when treating mandibular condylar fractures in a growing child instead of an open surgical approach.

Details

ISSN :
10534628
Volume :
44
Issue :
6
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
The Journal of clinical pediatric dentistry
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....100b4f3a29fc14a3d8cd92a9ea63ac8a