A technique for control of the condylar head during open reduction of the fractured mandibular condyle.

Open reduction of fractures of the neck of the mandibular condyle may be technically difficult. Control of the proximal fragment may be achieved by insertion of a Moule pin into the condylar neck. This facilitates retrieval of the condylar head and alignment of the bone fragments which are essential components of the technique. Accurate anatomical reduction and stabilisation of the fracture simplifies the technique of miniature plate fixation.