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DEPUY SYNTHES LAUNCHES MATRIXWAVE(TM) MMF SYSTEM
FOR TEMPORARY STABILIZATION OF FRACTURES OF UPPER AND LOWER JAW
WEST CHESTER, PA - January 21, 2015 - The DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson today announced the launch of the DePuy Synthes CMF* MatrixWAVE(TM) MMF System, an adaptable wave-patterned bone borne plate and screw system designed for use in the temporary stabilization of mandibular and maxillary fractures and osteotomies.
The MatrixWAVE MMF System features short and tall plates with a novel wave pattern that enables surgeons to refine bone segment alignment after wiring without requiring them to reposition screws. The adaptable plates can be stretched or compressed for positioning away from tooth roots and nerves in an effort to reduce the risk of soft tissue injury. The new system has the potential...