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The retroauricular transmeatal approach offers a straightforward and effective method for treating mandibular condyle fractures. It enables precise anatomical reduction and stable fixation with miniplates and screws while minimizing facial nerve risk. The incision behind the ear ensures an almost invisible scar and reduces tissue trauma. First described in the 1920s and refined over time, this technique provides excellent visualization of fracture lines and preserves the capsular insertion, maintaining joint mobility and delivering superior aesthetic outcomes.
