Mandible Fractures: Consensus and Controversy | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Mandible Fractures: Consensus and Controversy (Video 1 of 3)

Journal CME Article: Mandible Fractures: Consensus and Controversy (Video 1 of 3)

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The video explains maxillomandibular fixation techniques for mandible fractures. Traditional Eric arch bars can be placed by looping wire around each tooth and pulling or tightening wires individually, ensuring equal force distribution and avoiding interference with elastic management. Wire loops secure upper and lower bars for fixation or postoperative elastics. IV loops enable rapid fixation by looping wires around adjacent teeth and tightening, but aren't suitable for postoperative elastics. Ernst ligatures involve wrapping wire around two teeth and twisting ends to lock, connecting maxilla and mandible wires for fixation or dental fracture stabilization; also not ideal for postoperative elastics.

Keywords

maxillomandibular fixation

mandible fractures

Eric arch bars

wire loops

Ernst ligatures