Abstract
A case of bilateral mandibular fractures which united in malposition is presented. As there was some question as to whether or not this patient would live, no treatment of the fractured jaw was permitted from Jan. 17, 1942, until March 12, 1942. It is interesting to note that healing of the fractures occurred in this patient while he was resting for eight weeks on his back in an almost completely motionless position, without the usual methods of fixation. Mandibular fractures, therefore, will heal and solid bony union will form when the mandible is immobilized without motion, even in malposition. Revision by refracturing a mandible at or near previous fracture sites will produce good bony union if immobilization is adequate. The cooperation of the orthodontist and oral surgeon is important in obtaining an adequate means of fixation.
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