Reconstructive

305) Which of the following statements regarding mandibular fractures is TRUE?

A. Lag screws are contraindicated in a symphysis fracture.
B. A dynamic compression plate (DCP) is adequate for the treatment of a symphysis fracture.
C. Almost all fractures of the angle are unfavorable.
D. Rigid Fixation of the mandible involves the use of arch bars with inderdental wiring fixation.
E. The use of eccentric dynamic compression plates (EDCP) will not obviate the need for a tension band.




REFERENCES & ANSWER



Garza J. R.: Mandibular Fractures, Chapter 61 in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Thieme, Second Edition, pp. 776-777, 2002

Garza J. R.: Mandibular Fractures, Chapter 72 in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Thieme, Second Edition, pp. 1001-1015, 2009



305) C      Almost all fractures of the angle are unfavorable.