title: Endodontic sequelae of miniplate bone fixation.
abstract: Various techniques of rigid internal fixation have evolved to achieve skeletal stability during healing. Although the miniplates and screws currently used have many advantages, their placement and presence may present significant difficulties for clinicians subsequently providing treatment. Problems with both endodontic diagnosis and treatment after miniplate fixation are illustrated with three case reports.
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Otago, New Zealand.
authors.forename: N P
authors.initials: NP
authors.lastname: Chandler
authors.forename: P R
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Cathro
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001860:Bone Plates / Q000009:adverse effects*; D001863:Bone Screws / Q000009:adverse effects; D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007572:Jaw Fractures / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000009:adverse effects