the study aims to compare InterFlex plate with conventional miniplates in management of symphyseal mandibular fracture clinically regarding pain, wound healing and postoperative occlusion, and radiographically regrading bone density.
A total of 18 patients with recent symphyseal mandibular fractures were allocated into two groups. Group A, comprising 9 patients, underwent treatment with the InterFlex plate, while Group B, also consisting of 9 patients, was treated with conventional two miniplates. Clinical evaluations were carried at multiple intervals up to 12 weeks postoperatively, with radiographic assessments performed immediately after surgery and at 12 weeks to measure mean bone density at the fracture line.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
18
conventional miniplates in double configuration
InterFlex plates in configuration
Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University
Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Radiographic evaluation for the assessment of mean bone density at the fracture line
Mean bone density at the fracture line was assessed using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scan in Hounsfield Units (HU)
Time frame: 3 months
Clinical evaluation for pain
Pain was assessed using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)
Time frame: six weeks
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.