Simple Method for Re-tightening IMF Wires without Breakage.
Intermaxillary fixation
Loop
Maxillofacial trauma Occlusion.
Journal
The journal of contemporary dental practice
ISSN: 1526-3711
Titre abrégé: J Contemp Dent Pract
Pays: India
ID NLM: 101090552
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
19 Mar 2024
19 Mar 2024
Historique:
medline:
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pubmed:
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2024
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Statut:
epublish
Résumé
This clinical technique aims to retighten intermaxillary fixation (IMF) wires when loosened intra/postoperatively. Intermaxillary fixation is one of the most important steps to obtain stable and functional occlusion in maxillofacial trauma. However, IMF wires tend to loosen over time. This loosened wire is generally removed and a new wire is used for IMF. Removal and refixation is time-consuming for surgeon and unconformable for the patient. We recommend a simple technique for re-tightening IMF wires without breakage, with the use of shepherd's crook explorer by making a small circular loop. This technique of re-tightening by looping further stretches and tightens the wire to regain stabilized occlusion with maximal intercuspation. This technique eliminates the need for removal and refixation of IMF wires, thereby improving patient comfort, yet obtaining stable occlusion over a long period of time. How to cite this article: Madhu SK, Dominic S, Baptist J,
Sections du résumé
AIM
OBJECTIVE
This clinical technique aims to retighten intermaxillary fixation (IMF) wires when loosened intra/postoperatively.
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
Intermaxillary fixation is one of the most important steps to obtain stable and functional occlusion in maxillofacial trauma. However, IMF wires tend to loosen over time. This loosened wire is generally removed and a new wire is used for IMF. Removal and refixation is time-consuming for surgeon and unconformable for the patient.
TECHNIQUE
METHODS
We recommend a simple technique for re-tightening IMF wires without breakage, with the use of shepherd's crook explorer by making a small circular loop.
CONCLUSION
CONCLUSIONS
This technique of re-tightening by looping further stretches and tightens the wire to regain stabilized occlusion with maximal intercuspation.
CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE
CONCLUSIONS
This technique eliminates the need for removal and refixation of IMF wires, thereby improving patient comfort, yet obtaining stable occlusion over a long period of time. How to cite this article: Madhu SK, Dominic S, Baptist J,
Identifiants
pubmed: 38690704
doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3650
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
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