Management of Exposed plate of mandibular fracture: A Case Report

Abstract

Mandibular reconstruction is a trauma management to achieve good occlusal. Mandibular reconstruction plates are one of the post-ORIF reconstruction procedures that are often used at Hasan Sadikin Hospital. This article aims to determine how the management of plate exposure in mandibular fracture cases must be appropriate and according to indications for the administration. Cases of oblique area fractures that extend to the body of the mandible should be reduced and repositioned through an extra oral opening. Apart from that, modifications are needed in reconstructing cases where the mandibular bone is left thin by installing a mini plate at the champs line and mandibular margin. By modifying the attachment of the miniplate, it is hoped that the mandible will be more stable and function normally. It is hoped that the risk of plate exposure in patients can be minimized through appropriate management.