title: Theoretical considerations in rigid fixation of facial bones.
abstract: The classic facial fracture patterns have gradually been changing toward more severe comminutions. This necessitates an early and accurate anatomical reduction and a fixation in this position until the fragments have united. Stable fixation favors early mineralization in the fracture gap. The mechanical function of the implants is thus only needed for a short term. Similar considerations are true for the incorporation of grafts. Mechanics of fixation of facial bones is influenced by the structural properties as well.
authors.affiliation: University of Freiburg, Federal Republic of Germany.
authors.forename: B A
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Rahn
mesh_terms: D001846:Bone Development; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000098:blood supply; D005147:Facial Bones / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000098:blood supply / Q000601:surgery*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans