Comparison of the Efficiency of Maxillomandibular Fixation Screws over Erich Arch Bars in achieving Intermaxillary Fixation in Maxillofacial Trauma: A Clinical Study

Abstract

were no cases of penetration injury in group I while in group II, penetration injury to the surgeon was noted in 5 (33.3%) cases. Conclusion: Maxillomandibular fixation screws provided good intraoperative MMF. Placement of screws consumes less time and reduces the intraoperative period and also the risk of penetration injury to the surgeon. We also observed better oral hygiene, better patient compliance, and no major complications with the use of MMF screws. Hence, MMF screws proved to be an efficient alternative to the conventional methods of achieving IMF.