How effective is prophylactic plating of the mandible in preventing mandibular fractures after third molar extraction?
Abstract
There is insufficient specific evidence to determine the effectiveness of prophylactic plating in preventing mandibular fractures after third molar extraction.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Facial Trauma and Fracture Management
Dental Radiography and Imaging
Bone fractures and treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 13 January 2026