Presentation
Trauma to right side of face.
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Female
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There is an angulated fracture through the base of the right mandibular condyle with associated dislocation of the condyle. An accompanying non-displaced fracture of the parasymphyseal alveolar mandible (near the root of the 31 and 41 teeth) is also present.
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The mandibular fractures have undergone plate and screw fixation.
Case Discussion
This case emphasizes the importance of considering the mandible as a bony ring. If there is one fracture or dislocation identified, then it is important to search hard for a second accompanying fracture or dislocation.