Chidyllo S A, Jacobs J S
J Craniofac Surg. 1994 May;5(2):136-41. doi: 10.1097/00001665-199405000-00020.
Dental splints have been used in the treatment of maxillofacial fractures since the early 1700s. They have recently come into disfavor due to advancements in technology, the development of rigid fixation, and the application of craniofacial techniques. However, dental splints are still indicated in the management of maxillofacial fractures. These splints assist in anatomical reduction of the fractured segments, help immobilize and maintain the reduction prior to and during application of either maxillomandibular or rigid fixation, and act as stabilization during rehabilitation. Once surgeons become familiar with their applications, the time required to construct them is minimal.
自18世纪初以来，牙夹板就被用于治疗颌面骨折。由于技术进步、坚固内固定的发展以及颅面技术的应用，牙夹板最近已不受青睐。然而，牙夹板在颌面骨折的治疗中仍有应用指征。这些夹板有助于骨折段的解剖复位，在应用颌间或坚固内固定之前和期间帮助固定并维持复位，并在康复过程中起到稳定作用。一旦外科医生熟悉了它们的应用，制作所需的时间是最少的。
