Abstract
Background
Most maxillofacial fractures are reduced and fixed with the help of occlusion as a guide. To achieve the same, Maxillo-mandibular fixation (MMF) is one of the common modalities employed. Often placing MMF is cumbersome for both patients and operators. An atraumatic and less time-consuming method would always be gladly accepted by all.
Objective
To present a novel modification of conventional MMF, to make the technique less cumbersome.
Description
We present a novel technique of criss-cross direct wiring for intra-operative and is a quicker and has better patient compliance.
Conclusion
The criss-cross wiring technique is found to be an effective MMF technique for maxillofacial fractures.
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Ganesan, S.K., Vaithilingam, Y., Arumugam, K. et al. A Novel Technique of Maxillo-Mandibular Fixation: Direct Criss-Cross Wiring. J. Maxillofac. Oral Surg. (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-024-02121-8
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