Overview of mandibular condyle fracture

Arch Plast Surg. 2012 Jul;39(4):281-3. doi: 10.5999/aps.2012.39.4.281. Epub 2012 Jul 13.

Abstract

The mandibular condyle is a region that plays a key role in the opening and closing of the mouth, and because fracture causes functional and aesthetic problems such as facial asymmetry, it is very important to perform accurate reduction. Traditionally, there has been disagreement on how to manage fracture of the mandibular condyle. This review explores the misunderstanding of mandibular condyle fracture treatment and modern-day treatment strategies.

Keywords: Mandibular condyle; Mandibular fractures; Surgical procedures.