Lag Screw Fixation of Mandibular Symphysis Fractures Is Associated With Fewer Post-Operative Complications Compared to Plates and Screws

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Article Title and Bibliographic Information Is lag screw fixation superior to plate fixation to treat fractures of the mandibular symphysis? Ellis E. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2012;70:875-82. Reviewer Richard Oliver, BDS, BSc, PhD, FDSRCPS, FDS(OS)RCPS Purpose/Question The study examined the frequency and types of complications in two groups of patients having mandibular symphyseal fractures treated Source of Funding Information not available Type of Study/Design Cohort study (retrospective) Level of Evidence Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence Strength of Recommendation Grade Not applicable