Jaw Fixation Techniques (definition)

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Definition: The stable placement of surgically induced fractures of the mandible or maxilla through the use of elastics, wire ligatures, arch bars, or other splints. It is used often in the cosmetic surgery of retrognathism and prognathism. (From Dorland, 28th ed, p636)

coord IM with MANDIBLE /surg or MAXILLA /surg (IM); MANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT is also available

Other names Techniques, Jaw Fixation; Technique, Jaw Fixation; Technics, Jaw Fixation; Technic, Jaw Fixation; Maxillomandibular Fixations; Jaw Fixation Technique; Jaw Fixation Technic; Fixations, Maxillomandibular; Fixation, Maxillomandibular; Fixation Techniques, Jaw; Fixation Technique, Jaw; Fixation Technics, Jaw; Fixation Technic, Jaw; Jaw Fixation Technics; Maxillomandibular Fixation

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