Modified techniques for internal fixation of sagittal ramus osteotomies (original) (raw)

A new technique for mandibular osteotomy

Head & Face Medicine, 2007

Sagittal split osteotomy (SSO) is a surgical technique largely employed for mandibular mobilizations in orthognatic procedures. However, the traditional design of buccal osteotomy, located at the junction of mandibular ramus and body, may prevent more extensive sliding between the bone segments, particularly on the advance, laterality and verticality of the mandibular body. The author proposes a new technical and conceptual solution, in which osteotomy is performed in a more distal region, next to the mental formamen. Technically, the area of contact between medullarycancellous bone surfaces is increased, resulting in larger sliding rates among bone segments; it also facilitates the use of rigid fixation systems, with miniplates and monocortical screws. Conceptually, it interferes with the resistance arm of the mandible, seen as an interpotent lever of the third gender.

Evaluation of the Different Methods for Fixation of Sagittal Ramus Split Osteotomy of the Mandibular Ramus in Relation to Stability for Mandibular Advancement: A Systematic Review

Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, 2020

Aims: The purpose of this study was to perform a systematic review of the literature on the different fixation methods available for sagittal ramus split osteotomy associated with mandibular advancement tested in vitro to evaluate stability of each method. Study Design: Systematic review. Methodology: Following the PRISMA model for systematic reviews, a query was made in the PubMed, Bireme and Cochrane Library databases, identifying articles that reported the different fixation methods for sagittal ramus split osteotomy for mandibular advancement. Results: A total of 352 articles were identified, 11 papers of which, after evaluation in relation to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, were systematically reviewed. Systematic Review Article Bin et al.; JAMMR, 32(3): 111-121, 2020; Article no.JAMMR.55364 112 Conclusion: Sagittal ramus split osteotomy is a technique performed for the treatment of mandibular discrepancies in which the methods for fixation of the segments are quite varie...

Comparison of strengths of five internal fixation methods used after bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy: An in vitro study

Dental Research Journal, 2020

Background: Results on the strength and displacement of internal fixation methods for bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy are controversial, and some designs have not been adequately studied. Therefore, this study was conducted to compare techniques using bicortical or monocortical screws. Materials and Methods: In this in vitro study, 35 sheep hemi-mandibles were randomly assigned to five groups of seven each: fixation using (1) a 13 × 2 screw, (2) two 13 × 2 screws (arranged vertically), (3) three 13 × 2 screws, (4) 1 plate with 4 holes and four monocortical screws, and (5) a Y-shaped plate and five monocortical screws. Specimens underwent vertical forces until failure. Breakage forces and displacements of groups were recorded and compared statistically. Using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) with a Tukey's post hoc test and Kruskal-Wallis test. Level of significance was predetermined as 0.05.

Morphometric Study of Mandibular Ramus Related to Sagittal Ramus Split Osteotomy and Osteosynthesis

Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2012

The objective of this study was to quantify the cortical bone thickness of the mandibular ramus to determine conditions related to sagittal split ramus osteotomy and placement of screws. The patient sample comprised 44 subjects of ages ranging from 46 to 52 years (mean age, 49 years). The cone-beam computed tomography was performed and realized 3 cuts in the third molar area (section A), 5 mm posterior (section B), and 5 mm posterior to the latter (section C). Measurement in the cortical areas of the superior and inferior levels related to mandibular canal and measurement related to the total width of the mandible was executed. Intraclass correlation coefficient with P G 0.05 was used. The result showed that the buccal and lingual cortical zone did not present statistical differences, and the minor value was 1.5 mm for each one. There were no differences in the superior and inferior cortical bone, and the total width of the mandible was between 15.9 and 8.5 mm in the anterior area, between 17.4 and 12.8 mm in the middle area, and between 18 and 8.8 mm in the posterior area. The distance superiorly to the mandibular canal presented a minimal SD with a mean of 8.5 mm in the anterior region, 10.6 mm for the middle region, and 12.5 mm in the posterior region. In conclusion, the cortical thickness of the mandibular ramus in the adult population is particularly strong and offers a good anchorage for screw insertion in sagittal split ramus osteotomy.

Intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy: a simple method to prevent medial trapping of the proximal fragment

International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery, 2010

Intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO) is a useful surgical procedure for mandibular setback in patients with mandibular prognathism or mandibular asymmetry. IVRO has some intraoperative complications, such as the medial trapping of the proximal segment. Several techniques have been described to overcome this problem, but none can prevent it. This technical report describes a method that prevents the medial trapping of the proximal segment during IVRO.

Assessment of Resorbable and Non-resorbable Fixation Systems in Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomy: An In vitro Study

Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, 2021

The internal fixation has been purpose of study for many years, but there is still no consensus on the best method of fixation in relation to resistance for bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy (BSSO) using plates. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess five different methods of osteosynthesis using resorbable and non-resorbable plates and screws in simulated sagittal split osteotomy (SSO) of the mandibular ramus. SSO was performed in 25 polyurethane synthetic mandibular replicas. The distal segments were moved forward 5 mm, and the specimens were grouped according to the fixation method: Inion resorbable plate, KLS resorbable plate, standard four-hole titanium miniplate (Medartis), two standard four-hole titanium miniplates (Medartis) and an adjustable titanium miniplate (Slider/Medartis). Mechanical evaluation was performed by applying compression loads to first molar using an Instron universal testing machine up to a 5 mm displacement of the segments. Resistance force...