Clarification: Idea Exchange: Repairing mandibular symphyseal fractures with no slipping
In "Repairing mandibular symphyseal fractures with no slipping," which appeared in the June 2006 Idea Exchange, a pin was recommended in certain situations to stabilize and repair these injuries.
In "Repairing mandibular symphyseal fractures with no slipping," which appeared in the June 2006 Idea Exchange, a pin was recommended in certain situations to stabilize and repair these injuries. A reader suggested an alternative method of repair is to use cerclage wire with an acrylic splint, which helps alleviate the concern of running a pin through a tooth root. Regardless of the method of repair used, perform radiographic examinations and consider using dental radiography.
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