Fracture of Mandible : A Review of Literature

AbstractFracture of mandible accounts for 25% out of all maxillofacial fractures. Most common cause is vehicular accidents, assaults, falls and then sports activities. The body fractures are mainly classified into 2 types i.e., favourable and unfavourable fractures on the basis of fracture line and the effect of muscle pull. Evaluation can be done via OPG Xray, CT scan, etc.There are two methods to treat mandibular fracture i.e., surgical management ( open reduction) and non surgical management (closed reduction).Most common complications of mandibular body fractures are osteomyelitis or infection.