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Drill guide for hydroxyapatite implants.

M J Cartwright·C C Nelson
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Abstract

A drill guide to facilitate the second drilling of hydroxyapatite orbital implants is presented. The drill guide is adaptable to various drill types. It is nontraumatic and provides excellent, one-handed fixation, eliminating the need for an assistant. It allows for consistent, straight drilling to a predetermined depth and, because it is encased, it protects the patient from injury. The drill guide has been used on 30 patients and is without untoward effects.

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M J Cartwright, C C Nelson. 1994. Drill guide for hydroxyapatite implants.. https://doi.org/10.1001/archopht.1994.01090140148037

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