| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3156877 | Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 2011 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Instrument breakage may be a relatively common occurrence with the use of surgical burs in orthognathic surgery but its incidence is seldom recorded or reported. This study gives insight into the probability of postoperative sequela of these instruments when left in situ and a protocol for management of broken instruments.
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Authors
Ramanathan MDS, FDSRCS, FFDRCS, Parameswaran MDS, DNB, MNAMS, Pynamoottil Cherian MDS, Jayakumar Naveen MDS, Vivek MDS,