Palatal fracture is the loss of continuity of bone, joint, cartilage epiphyseal cartilage both total and partial in the palate of the cavum oris. It classified into three types based on the location and shape of the fracture such as sagittal, parasagittal, paraalveolar, transverse, and comminuted. Several studies revealed kinds of treatment that used depends on the classification. This literature study aims to describe the definition of palatal fracture, classification of palatal fracture, treatment used based on the classifications, and complications that may occur after palatal fracture management.

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Palatal Fracture

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