maxillomandibular fixation


in·ter·max·il·lar·y fix·a·tion

fixation of fractures of the mandible or maxilla by applying elastic bands or stainless steel wire between the maxillary and mandibular arch bars or other types of splint. Synonym(s): mandibulomaxillary fixation, maxillomandibular fixation

maxillomandibular fixation

The binding of the maxillary and mandibular teeth together to immobilise the jaw in patients with a mandibular fracture.

in·ter·max·il·lar·y fix·a·tion

(intĕr-maksi-lar-ē fik-sāshŭn) Fixation of fractures of mandible or maxilla by applying elastic bands or stainless steel wire between the maxillary and mandibular arch bars or other types of splint.
Synonym(s): mandibulomaxillary fixation, maxillomandibular fixation.