Parasymphysis fracture treated with three dimensional miniplate – A case report

Abstract

Introduction

Maxillofacial trauma is becoming a cause of great concern due to increase in number of road accidents. Other causes includes violence, sports injury etc. There are number of treatment modalities ranging from conservative method to open reduction. In 1992, Farmand M. developed three dimensional plates with quadrangular design, formed by joining two miniplates with interconnecting crossbar.

Case Report

The aim of this article is to present a case reported to dept. of oral and maxillofacial surgery with chief complaint of pain and swelling in anterior region of lower jaw. After clinical and radiological evaluation right parasymphysis fracture was diagnosed and was treated with open reduction and internal fixation with 3 dimensional plate through intraoral approach.

Conclusion

The outcome of treatment was positive. Internal fixation with 3 dimensional plates are appropriate treatment plan for parasymphysis fracture.