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Symphysis, Parasymphysis and Body Fractures

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The mandible occupies the lowest position of the face. Being the prominent bone of the face, it undergoes significant trauma, when the lower face is hit by high, upward or obliquely directed impacts. Energy required to fracture a mandible is about 44.6–77.4 kg/m2. Proper history followed by detailed clinical and appropriate radiographic evaluation is mandatory for the correct diagnosis of symphysis and/or body fracture. The primary aim of the treatment is to re-establish proper form and function which requires anatomical reduction and fixation of fractured segments. Malunion and malocclusion are common complications which may lead to chronic pain, poor facial aesthetics, difficulty in mastication, etc. The existing literature suggests various treatment methods for the management of mandibular fractures. To achieve good results, one needs to understand the proper clinical evaluation, diagnostic methods and current treatment approaches. This chapter discusses in detail the current perspectives in the management of fractures of mandibular symphysis, parasymphysis and body region.

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Mukul, S.K., Singh, A. (2021). Symphysis, Parasymphysis and Body Fractures. In: Singh, A.K., Sharma, N.K. (eds) Maxillofacial Trauma. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6338-0_12

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