RECONSTRUCTION OF MAXILLOFACIAL DEFECTS WITH CONVENTIONAL AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: A REVIEW
Authors:
Ioannis Papavasileiou1, Maria-Areti Salamouri2, Maria Papadaki3
Affiliation:
1 Dental Student, School of Dentistry, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
2 Dental Student, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
3 European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
Doi: 10.54936/haoms242p22
ABSTRACT:
Objectives: The purpose of this study is to evaluate treatment methods of maxillary defects resulting from resection. We will present and compare various modalities of maxillary reconstruction ranging from prosthetic restoration, autologous bone grafting and the more advanced bio-ceramic 3D-printed materials.
Materials and methods: Bibliographical research was conducted using electronic databases, such as (PubMed, NCBI, and Google Scholar), with the following keywords: maxillary tumors, biodegradable scaffolds, 3D printers, palatal obturators, fibula bone grafting, craniomaxillofacial defect.
Results: This presentation focused on the techniques concerning large defects of the maxilla which can involve the palate. Database search retrieved approximately sixty scientific resources. Head and neck cancer corresponds to 1.5% of all human malignant tumors, while maxillary sinus cancer corresponds to 0.2%. The most common site of sinonasal and paranasal carcinoma is the maxillary sinus, which accounts for 60-70% of all cases. In comparison to the maxillary restoration with palatal obturators as well as the fibula bone grafting technique, the 3D printed bio-ceramic materials facilitate the treatment by reducing surgery duration, patient’s discomfort, and recovery. Patient specific 3D-printed scaffolds adequately fill the maxillary defect and promote osseous regeneration to the occupied defect area while remaining stable in the body for a long time.
Conclusions: There is a great deal of optimism surrounding the use of 3D printed bio-ceramic materials which are adjusted accurately in the area of defect. They serve as ceramic scaffolds that promote guided osseous regeneration. Although for decades prosthetic restorations have provided satisfactory results in restoring maxillary defects and offering functionality to the patient’s life, more permanent benefits are achieved with surgery.
As a result of the latest innovations, the surgical procedure has become more person-centered and simplified.
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Authors:
Ioannis Papavasileiou1, Maria-Areti Salamouri2, Maria Papadaki3
Affiliation:
1 Dental Student, School of Dentistry, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
2 Dental Student, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
3 European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
Doi: 10.54936/haoms242p22
ABSTRACT:
Objectives: The purpose of this study is to evaluate treatment methods of maxillary defects resulting from resection. We will present and compare various modalities of maxillary reconstruction ranging from prosthetic restoration, autologous bone grafting and the more advanced bio-ceramic 3D-printed materials.
Materials and methods: Bibliographical research was conducted using electronic databases, such as (PubMed, NCBI, and Google Scholar), with the following keywords: maxillary tumors, biodegradable scaffolds, 3D printers, palatal obturators, fibula bone grafting, craniomaxillofacial defect.
Results: This presentation focused on the techniques concerning large defects of the maxilla which can involve the palate. Database search retrieved approximately sixty scientific resources. Head and neck cancer corresponds to 1.5% of all human malignant tumors, while maxillary sinus cancer corresponds to 0.2%. The most common site of sinonasal and paranasal carcinoma is the maxillary sinus, which accounts for 60-70% of all cases. In comparison to the maxillary restoration with palatal obturators as well as the fibula bone grafting technique, the 3D printed bio-ceramic materials facilitate the treatment by reducing surgery duration, patient’s discomfort, and recovery. Patient specific 3D-printed scaffolds adequately fill the maxillary defect and promote osseous regeneration to the occupied defect area while remaining stable in the body for a long time.
Conclusions: There is a great deal of optimism surrounding the use of 3D printed bio-ceramic materials which are adjusted accurately in the area of defect. They serve as ceramic scaffolds that promote guided osseous regeneration. Although for decades prosthetic restorations have provided satisfactory results in restoring maxillary defects and offering functionality to the patient’s life, more permanent benefits are achieved with surgery.
As a result of the latest innovations, the surgical procedure has become more person-centered and simplified.
KEY WORDS: