Comparative Analysis of Treatment Outcomes for Mandibular Fractures: With and Without Perioperative and Postoperative Maxillo-Mandibular Fixation

Abstract

Background: Maxillofacial surgery is complicated by mandibular fractures' specific anatomy and functions. Rigid fixation without maxillo-mandibular fixation (MMF) and quick mobilization have been proposed as an alternative to traditional treatment during the perioperative or postoperative phase.