Minimally Invasive Dental Occlusion Ties

"This research study is being done to determine if dental occlusion ties can adequately align and stabilize jaw fractures. The chief goal of jaw fracture repair is to ensure that the teeth align normally. Traditionally, alignment has been accomplished by using steel wires and bars (having the jaw wired). Dental occlusion ties are newer devices similar to cable ties or zip ties that are wrapped around and/or between some of the teeth and secured. This procedure is intended to hold the teeth in similar alignment as wires, yet with less application time and less damage to the gums."