Posterior Repositioning of the Entire Maxilla without Postoperative Intermaxillary Fixation: A Clinical and Cephalometric Study

Leonard Krekmanov Departments of Oral Surgery, and Plastic Surgery, University of Göteborg and Department of Oral Surgery and Orthodontics, Central Hospital, Västeräs, Sweden

Jan Lilja Departments of Oral Surgery, and Plastic Surgery, University of Göteborg and Department of Oral Surgery and Orthodontics, Central Hospital, Västeräs, Sweden

Margareta Ringqvist Departments of Oral Surgery, and Plastic Surgery, University of Göteborg and Department of Oral Surgery and Orthodontics, Central Hospital, Västeräs, Sweden

Abstract

In 30 patients posterior repositioning of the entire maxilla has been performed. No postoperative intermaxillary fixation (IMF) has been applied. The surgical procedure is described and data given on the distance of repositioning. Results of cephalometric analysis indicate good long-term stability after surgery. We concluded that omitting IMF not only enhances patient comfort, but has no deleterious effect on postoperative stability of the maxilla.

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