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ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry2025

Innovative Strategies in Management of Pediatric Mandibular Fractures.

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

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Smriti TickuDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5586-3047
Sonal ShahDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8424-0105
Rudagi BmDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8298-4327
Ria RaghavanDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-0588-3208
Bhushan BhagatDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4413-3879
Neha AgarwalDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, (Deemed to be University), Pune, Maharashtra, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-9888-8520

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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. How to cite this article: Ticku S, Shah S, Rudagi BM,

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