In a group of 1246 patients treated in the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery-Institute of Stomatology, Medical Academy in Warsaw, in a period of 3 years (1984-1986) late results of treatment of mandibular fractures were assessed. In the assessment the range of mandible abduction, function of temporomandibular joints, occlusal abnormalities, the sensory function in the area innervated by the mental nerves and the condition of posttraumatic scars changing the morphology and aesthetic appearance of the face were considered. Limitation of mandibular abduction after treatment was found in 39 cases. Functional disturbances of temporomandibular joints developed in 58 cases, and various occlusal complications were found in 130 out of 1246 patients. In 56 patients various sensory loss was noted in the innervation area of the mental nerves. Posttraumatic scars in 89 patients affected in various degree facial morphology and aesthetic appearance.
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