Temporomandibular joint function 10-15 years after mandibular setback surgery and six weeks of intermaxillary fixation
Abstract Intermaxillary fixation (IMF) is a classic method for immobilization of the mandible after mandibular fractures and corrective surgery. However, it has been suggested that IMF may be a risk for developing temporomandibular joint (TMJ)-related symptoms, especially when applied for longer per...
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Language: | English |
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University of São Paulo
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Series: | Journal of Applied Oral Science |
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