“How Do Types and Locations of Mandible Fractures Change With Age & Anatomy?”

6.11.24 Quick Review #147 - #surgery #surgeon #doctorgallagher #oralsurgery #oralsurgeon #omfs #dentist #dentistry #dental Fracture Types and Locations by Age Group: Children (0-12 years): 1. Greenstick Fractures: • Location: Typically in the body or angle of the mandible. • Reason: The elastic nature of children’s bones often results in incomplete fractures where the bone bends but does not break completely. 2. Condyle Fractures: • Location: Mandibular condyle. • Reason: Active growth centers and higher elasticity can lead to fractures at the condyle due to indirect forces during trauma. Adolescents (13-18 years): 1. Condyle Fractures: • Location: Mandibular condyle. • Reason: Although less elastic than in childhood, the condyle remains a common fracture site due to its role in jaw biomechanics and remaining growth centers. 2. Body and Angle Fractures: • Location: Body and angle of the mandible. • Reason: Increased bone density and permanent dentition provide a stable structure, but these regions remain susceptible to fractures due to their anatomical positions. Adults (19-64 years): 1. Angle Fractures: • Location: Angle of the mandible. • Reason: The angle is a common fracture site due to its anatomical structure and role in mastication. 2. Body Fractures: • Location: The body of the mandible. • Reason: Dense bone and strong cortical layer, yet the body remains vulnerable during significant trauma. Older Adults (65+ years): 1. Condyle Fractures: • Location: Mandibular condyle. • Reason: Reduced bone quality and altered biomechanics due to aging increase the incidence of condyle fractures. 2. Angle and Body Fractures: • Location: The angle and body of the mandible. • Reason: Thinner cortical bone, alveolar ridge resorption, and less support from surrounding tissues make these areas more prone to fractures. 3. Symphysis and Parasymphysis Fractures: • Location: Midline and near-midline areas. • Reason: Although less common, these fractures can occur due to direct trauma, with the overall weakening of the mandibular structure making these regions more susceptible. References: 1. Perry, M., & Holmes, S. (2014). Mandibular Fractures. In Atlas of Operative Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery (pp. 161-244). Springer. https://lnkd.in/eRnqff3H 2. Ellis, E., & Throckmorton, G. S. (2005). Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fractures Using Two Miniplates: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 63(10), 1405-1409. https://lnkd.in/eF4Edzzq 3. Miloro, M., Ghali, G. E., Larsen, P. E., & Waite, P. D. (Eds.). (2012). Peterson’s Principles of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (3rd ed.). Shelton, CT: People’s Medical Publishing House USA. 4. ChatGPT. 2024. - #podcast #podcasts #dentalpodcast #dentalpodcasts #doctorgallagherpodcast #doctorgallagherspodcast #oralsurgeon #dentist #doctorgallagher #doctor #dentistry #oralsurgery #dental #viral #dentalschool #dentalstudent #omfs #surgeon #doctorlife #dentistlife #residency