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CASE REPORT

Innovative Strategies in Management of Pediatric Mandibular Fractures

Smriti Ticku, Sonal Shah, Rudagi BM, Ria Raghavan, Bhushan Bhagat, Neha Agarwal

Keywords : Case report, Fracture, Healing, Mandible, Maxillomandibular fixation, Pediatric

Citation Information : Ticku S, Shah S, BM R, Raghavan R, Bhagat B, Agarwal N. Innovative Strategies in Management of Pediatric Mandibular Fractures. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2025; 18 (2):231-234.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-3044

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 20-03-2025

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2025; The Author(s).


Abstract

Objectives: To employ three novel techniques and evaluate their results in the management of pediatric mandibular fractures. Case discussion: Three cases of pediatric mandible fracture were chosen. The use of impression compound as a cap splint, use of hooks for maxillomandibular fixation, and circummandibular wiring with stainless steel wire were evaluated for their results. Preoperative computed tomography (CT) scans and postoperative orthopantomograms were carried out to evaluate the results. Patients were evaluated for fracture site healing and their ability to perform functional movements easily. Results: The fracture healing was found out to be satisfactory, with patients being able to resume routine function within 6 weeks post-trauma. Conclusion: The management of pediatric fractures can be surgically challenging due to the involvement of permanent tooth buds and the need for patient compliance. Our techniques have simplified the process of overcoming both challenges, and we recommend the routine use of these techniques for the management of pediatric trauma cases. Clinical significance: Managing pediatric mandibular fractures is a challenging task due to the unique characteristics of children's jaw structure. Traditionally, these fractures are addressed using conventional closed reduction techniques. However, the authors have implemented three distinct techniques to address pediatric fractures that prioritize patient compliance, overcome financial constraints, and achieve shorter recovery times.


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