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  • Title: [Dynamic bite block in fractures of the mandibular condyle and following surgery of temporomandibular ankylosis in children].
    Author: Deffez JP, Themar P, Allain P, Berrada K, Bordais P, Brethaux J, Chauvé J, Gross D, Hazen M, Julhes L.
    Journal: Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac; 1991; 92(2):65-70. PubMed ID: 2052884.
    Abstract:
    Early mobilization is the rule in cases of fracture and temporomandibular joint surgery. When prematurely discontinued, it may sometimes prove insufficient to prevent temporomandibular ankylosis in the child. Blockade in the open-mouth position is in keeping with an important general orthopedic rule, i.e., immobilization of joint fractures in position of function (ankylosis is loss of function, and is reflected by the child's inability or limited capacity to open his/her mouth). Continued night wear of re-habilitation devices, once consolidation is acquired, affords active joint mobilization during meals that is sufficient owing to the strength of the elevator muscles (five times than of the depressors).
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