Biotecnologia e Biomateriais

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Surgical Treatment of Fracture in Atrophic Jaw

José Carlos Garcia de Mendonça, Ellen Cristina Gaetti Jardim, Gustavo Rodrigues Manrique, Helena Bacha Lopes and Gileade Pereira Freitas

Introduction:Mandible fractures are common injuries in the facial bones. It has a varied etiology, especially automobile accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents and assaults.

Objective: This study aims to illustrate a case of a patient with bilateral atrophic mandibular fractures treated surgically.

Clinical case:male patient, 48 years old, victim an accident at work causing bilateral mandibular body fractures treated by internal rigid fixation with titanium plates and screws with the making of access submandibular Risdon bilaterally.

Conclusion: The authors present a discussion of the controversy involved in this type of treatment and showing the advantages of transcutaneous approach for the treatment of mandibular fractures.