Salvage or Solution: Alloplastic Reconstruction in Hemifacial Microsomia.

CONCLUSION:: Alloplastic reconstruction allows for precise vertical reconstruction of the ramus and condyle and sagittal repositioning of the mandibular body. The glenoid fossa component is firmly anchored to the skull base assuring a stable centric relation on the reconstructed side. Consistent and acceptable results can be achieved in skeletally mature patients.
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Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - December 13, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Polley JW, Girotto JA, Fahrenkopf MP, Dietze-Fiedler ML, Kelley JP, Taylor JC, Lazarou SA, Demetriades NC Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: research