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Application of Arch Bars
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
02/26/2015

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4 Fracture Categories
Definition
Symphysis, Horizontal Ramus, Mandibular Angle, Condyle
Term
Symphysis Fracture
Definition
Fracture along the mandible between the bicuspid teeth
Term
Mandibular Angle Fracture
Definition
Fracture from the second molar to ascending ramus
Term
Horizontal Ramus Fracture
Definition
along the lateral portion of the mandible Between the bicuspid teeth and molars
Term
Condyle Fracture
Definition
Fracture occurring with the capsular head of the mandible
Term
Wire is precut to what length
Definition
10 cm segments
Term
why must the wires be prestretched and cut
Definition
to avoid stretching when in the mouth and avoid movement, security of the bars
Term
How many arch bars are used
Definition
2- one for the maxilla and mandible
Term
why are arch bars used
Definition
immobility while mandibular fracture heals
Term
if throat pack is used when is it removed
Definition
before arch bars are fixated together
Term
what facilitates placement of the wires
Definition
a probe
Term
why must wires be passed with caution
Definition
exposed ends can easily puncture
Term
how are the wires tightened
Definition
wire twister twists the wire in a CLOCKWISE manner
Term
Largest and strongest facial bone
Definition
Mandible
Term
The temporalis muscle attaches where on the mandible
Definition
the coronoid process of the manidbular ramus
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