Jaw wiring
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jaw-wiring-194-3013888
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Jaw wiring
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Jaw wiring is a medical procedure to keep the jaw closed for a period of time. Originally, it was used as the mandibular equivalent of a cast, to fix the jaw in place while a fracture healed. Jaw wiring is also used for weight-loss purposes, to prevent the ingestion of solid food.
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Mechanical procedure to keep the jaw closed
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaw_wiring
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2024-04-12T18:36:08Z
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