3D Custom Plate vs. Standard Titanium Plates for Mandibular Sub-condylar Fractures Fixation

Mandibular Sub-condylar Fractures Fixation Using Three-dimensional Custom Plate Versus Standard Titanium Fixation Plates: Randomized Clinical Trial

This randomized clinical trial aims to conduct a comprehensive clinical and radiographic evaluation by comparing the efficacy of standard titanium fixation plates with three dimensional custom plate in the management of sub-condylar fractures. By assessing the clinical outcomes, accuracy of reduction of the fracture segments, and bite force promoted by both fixation modalities.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Displaced sub condylar fractures, requiring open reduction and rigid internal fixation
• Age ranges from 18 to 60 years
• Fracture duration less than 2 weeks
• Patients with adequate follow up duration for outcome assessment

Exclusion Criteria:

• Comminuted sub condylar fractures
• Patients with severe systemic diseases that may affect fracture healing
• Presence of any pathology at the fracture site
• Patients with previous history of mandibular surgery
• Medically compromised patients who are not fit to undergo surgery under general anesthesia
• Patients with in complete medical records or missing follow up data