Year : 2015

Volume : Volume 5

Issue : Issue 3

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Karandeep Singh Arora
KarandeepSinghArora@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  Mandibular fractures are less frequent in children when compared to adults, which may be due to child’s protected anatomic features and infrequent exposure of children to alcohol related traffic accidents. Treatment principles of mandibular fracture differ from that of adults due to concerns regarding mandibular growth and development of dentition. Management of mandibular fracture in pediatric patient poses a unique challenge to the maxillofacial surgeon in terms of treatment planning, functional and nutritional needs. Trauma to the pediatric patients can have a deep psychological impact on the minds of young children. A case of 5 yr old girl with fracture of symphsis of mandible managed by open reduction using acrylic cap splint is presented.

Keywords: Fracture, symphyseal, mandibular.