Miniplates orientation for fracture fixation of the mandibular condyle

• Main Authors: Abdul Kadir, Mohammed Rafiq, Haron, H., Kamsah, N., Nordin, N.
• Format: Book Section
• Published: Springer Berlin Heidelberg 2008
• Subjects: TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/6950/; https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-540-69139-6_111

Mandibular fractures at the condylar region are normally treated with miniplates made of high stiffness and strength metallic materials. Rigid fixation is important to maintain the position of the two bone segments, thus improving the chances of bone union. Failure to achieve adequate stability will...