Mandible fracture associated to third molar exodontia: a case report

The mandibular fracture resulting from inferior third molars exodontia is considered an uncommon complication. This iatrogenesis, although rare, can occur during the surgery or after. Therefore, it is of fundamental importance that the risk factors such as position, shape, and volume of the tooth are identified during surgical planning and minimized on the transoperative. When bone fracture exists, it requires a fast diagnosis and treatment, avoiding higher morbidity to the patient. The treatment can diversify between non-surgical, using the maxillomandibular block, and surgical, through open reduction and internal fixation. Thus, the aim of this article consists in reporting a clinical case of a female patient, 23 years old, diagnosed with mandibular angle fracture, associated with the removal of unit 38. The treatment chosen was the bloody reduction and installation of a mini-plate in a stress zone, following the protocol described by Champy. It is concluded that the Champy technique, when well indicated and performed, presents effective and satisfactory results.