A novel plate design versus two conventional miniplates for treatment of mandibular angle fractures (a pilot randomized controlled clinical trial)

Key Points

• This study aims to evaluate a novel plate design against conventional miniplates for treating mandibular angle fractures.
• Randomized controlled trial with 16 patients diagnosed with mandibular angle fractures.
• Patients were divided into two groups: one receiving the new plate design and the other two conventional miniplates.
• Clinical evaluations and mechanical tests were performed postoperatively to assess outcomes.
• Reduced operating time for the new plate group compared to conventional miniplates.
• No significant differences in occlusion, wound healing, pain, and mouth opening between groups.
• Higher mean bone density observed in the new plate group after three months.