Jaw fracture

This study compared three devices used to wire broken jaws together: Erich arch bars, IMF screws, and hybrid arch bars. Twenty-four adults with mandibular fractures were randomly assigned to one of the three devices. The goal was to see which device provides the best stability an…

This trial tests whether marking a safety zone on the face before surgery can help protect the facial nerve when fixing a broken jaw through a cheek incision. The safety zone is a triangle drawn between the ear, the outer corner of the eye, and the lower jaw edge. Researchers wil…

This study tests a custom 3D-printed plastic splint to fix broken jaws in children aged 6 to 12. The splint is designed from a child's own teeth to hold the jaw in place without surgery. Ten children will be treated, and doctors will check how well their bite heals and if pain an…

This study tests whether a custom-made 3D plate can better fix broken jawbones compared to standard methods. About 20 adults with recent, uninfected jaw fractures will receive the plate and be followed for 6 months. The goal is to see if it improves bone alignment, stability, and…

This study looks at whether antibiotics are needed after surgery for a broken jaw. Many doctors prescribe them to prevent infection, but overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance. The trial will compare three approaches: no antibiotics after surgery, a short course, or a longer c…

This study compares two common steroids, dexamethasone and methylprednisolone, to see which one better reduces swelling and pain after surgery for a broken lower jaw. About 72 adults aged 18 to 40 with a recent, isolated jaw fracture will receive one of the two drugs during surge…