Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture

• Author Details:   
• Chand BU1
• Sharma AK
• Anto A
• Dhvani P ^*
• Maxwell A
• Adhya S

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The zygomatic maxillary complex (ZMC) plays a crucial role in the structural and functional integrity of the facial skeleton. Its prominent convex shape makes it particularly susceptible to injury. Facial trauma can sometimes result in fractures confined to a single buttress of the ZMC, but more commonly leads to tetrapod fractures that involve all four buttresses. Accurate clinical diagnosis relies on a thorough head and neck examination, supplemented by an ophthalmologic consultation when necessary. Computed tomography (CT) is the gold standard for confirming the clinical diagnosis and for planning surgical intervention. Various surgical approaches to the ZMC include the hemicoronal approach to the zygomatic arch, the transconjunctival and subciliary approaches to the orbital rim, and the sublabial approach to the zygomatic maxillary suture line. Understanding the complex anatomy of the ZMC and utilizing classification systems helps in effective treatment planning, ultimately restoring both function and appearance for patients with ZMC fractures.

Keywords: Complete Denture, Remedies, Troublesome dentures