Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9210524 | Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Use of intraoral cortical bone screws for intermaxillary fixation is a valid alternative to arch bars in the treatment of mandibular fractures. Iatrogenic injury to dental roots is the most important problem of this procedure, but can be minimized by an experienced surgeon.
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Authors
Fabio Roccia, Amedeo Tavolaccini, Alessandro Dell'acqua, Massimo Fasolis,