A Novel Minimally Invasive and Cost-Effective Internal Fixation of the Le Fort I Fracture by Using Intermaxillary Fixation Screw and Wire: A Technical Note.

The simplicity and efficacy of this technique make it suitable for emergency settings and cases where traditional approaches may not be feasible. However, this technique is only feasible in isolated Le Fort I fractures and is contraindicated in comminuted Le Fort I fractures and in edentulous patients with upper jaw involvement.