Pediatric mandibular fractures are generally regarded as uncommon. The relative low incidence has been explained by the resilent nature of the bones, the bones, the small facial size in relation to head size, and the fact that children are not as
frequently exposed to major trauma. But, correlated to the maturational growth pattern of the pediatric facial skeleton, and entities that are placed in a more prominent position, the frequency of a mandibular fracture increases with increasing
age
during childhood.
The treatment of mandibular fractures in chidren has great significance owing to the serious deformities consquent to poor treatment and the problems of therapy that are peculiar to children. At present, management of a fracture by means of open
reduction using mini-or microplate and screw was frequently reported, however, most often consisted of closed reduction and intermaxillary fixation. The idal management of a mandibular fracture in chidren is the simplest method which will produce
adequate reduction and stabilization.
So, the author presents two cases of treatment of the pediatric mandibular fractures using an acrylic resin splint and circummandibular wiring with satisfactory results.
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