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Screw and Wire Technique for Condylar Fracture Reduction

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In case of displaced condylar fractures, ideal reduction during open reduction and internal fixation poses a challenge to the surgeon. This article describes a simple technique to aid reduction with the use of a screw and wire during open treatment.

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  1. Rao S, Rao S (2015) Use of mono cortical screws as an aid to zygomatic complex fracture reduction. J Maxillofac Oral Surg 14(1):126–127. doi:10.1007/s12663-013-0589-1

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  1. Maxillofacial Surgery Services, Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Tatibandh, Raipur, 492099, India

    Santhosh Rao & Sruthi Rao

  2. Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur, India

    Pinky Lalwani

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Rao, S., Rao, S. & Lalwani, P. Screw and Wire Technique for Condylar Fracture Reduction. J. Maxillofac. Oral Surg. 17, 110–111 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-017-1015-x

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