Modified Blair Approach for the Treatment of Mandibular Condyle Fractures
Conclusion:
The results of this study revealed that the modified Blair approach provides satisfactory clinical outcomes with low complication rates and may offer an alternative, safe, and effective method for open reduction and internal fixation of mandibular condyle fracture. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
A Rare Case of Front Mandible Orthokeratinized Odontogenic Cyst – Surgical Management with Preventive Rigid Osteosynthesis
Conclusions:
In the presented case custom 3D printed osteosynthesis plate was about 10 times more expensive compared to the standard osteosynthesis plate used. 3D printing of bone model may be helpful for prebending chosen standard plate and planning the surgery. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Indications, Techniques, and Postoperative Outcomes of Temporalis Fascia Grafting in Rhinoplasty
Conclusions:
In rhinoplasty, the temporalis fascia is a favorable choice for nasal reconstruction since it is simple in harvesting and can be made in different forms and shapes for many purposes. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Facial and Neck Reconstruction With Pre-expanded Medial Upper Arm Flap: An Alternative method and 20-Year Experience
Conclusion:
Pre-expanded medial upper arm flap is well matched to the facial and neck skin in color, texture, and thickness. Considering the excellent aesthetic outcomes, this flap is a good alternative for selected patients with soft tissue defects of the head and neck. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Simultaneous Management of Condylar Osteochondroma and Secondary Malformation With a New Intraoral Approach
Conclusions:
The simultaneous condylar osteochondroma resection and temporomandibular joint reconstruction using intraoral approach avoids extraoral scars and correct facial asymmetry without compromising the long-term joint function and occlusal relationship. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Muscle-Sparing Six-Point Upper Blepharoplasty for Asian Male Patients
This study retrospectively reviewed 40 Asian male patients who had been subject to this procedure. The patients were evaluated for fold attenuation, scar perception, and patient satisfaction; favorable outcomes with minimal complications were observed. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Technical Variations in the Management of the Medial Crural Reduction According to the Settlement of the Angulation Deformities Over Hypertrophic Lower Lateral Cartilages
Conclusions:
By classification of variations of MC and domal shapes, LLC hypertrophies may be managed with proper technical maneuvers specific to each type. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
A Clinical Case of Delayed Posttraumatic Frontal Sinus Cerebrospinal Fluid Leakage Management Via External Surgical Approach
Abstract:
Cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea is frequently encountered after a fracture of the skull base. Individual fractures of the posterior wall of the frontal sinus after brain injury are uncommon. The authors present a case of a 33-year-old man with a distant history of skull base injury after a traffic accident, 12 years ago. He presented with intermittent rhinorrhea and reported 2 episodes of bacterial meningitis the last 7 years since the injury. Cerebrospinal fluid leakage was confirmed with β2-transferrin testing. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed a small defect of the posterior and s...
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
An Auxiliary Cranioparietal Anchorage System to Improve the Stability of the Rigid External Distraction Device in Children With Crouzon Syndrome
Abstract:
Rigid external distraction (RED) device instability because of thin skulls in syndromic craniosynostosis patients remains challenging. The authors propose the use of an auxiliary cranioparietal anchorage system to improve RED device stability in patients with Crouzon syndrome. Five consecutive patients with Crouzon syndrome underwent Le Fort III osteotomy with midface advancement using a modified external device. Cephalometric analysis and three-dimensional computed tomography images were evaluated preoperatively and after device removal. Mechanical analyses of the RED device with and without the auxiliary cr...
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
Pterygoid Implant-Based “VIV” Design for Rehabilitation of Extreme Maxillary Atrophy
This article describes the clinical management and good short-term success achieved in the treatment of severe maxillary atrophy with a novel ‘‘VIV’’ design, using a combination of 3 anterior and 2 pterygoid implants. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Technical Strategies Source Type: research
A 3-Dimensional Evaluation of Bone Density in Alveolar Cleft Grafting Methods: Bone Substitutes Versus Autologous Bone
Conclusions:
Bone substitutes showed to be a promising solution in alveolar cleft grafting. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
Stem Cells in Temporomandibular Joint Engineering: State of Art and Future Persectives
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease, characterized by gradual cartilage degradation, bone remodeling, synovitis, and chronic pain. Due to the limited self-healing capacity in condylar cartilage, traditional clinical therapy have limited symptom-modifying and structure-modifying effects to restore impaired cartilage as well as other TMJ tissues. In last years, stem cell-based therapy has collected much attention as a possible approach toward tissue repair and regeneration. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), derived from the bone marrow, synovium, and even umbilical cord, play a role as seed ce...
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
Donor Side Preference in Maxillary Reconstruction With the Free Fibula Flap
Conclusion:
This study demonstrates why it is preferable to use the ipsilateral fibula if anastomosis is to the ipsilateral facial or neck recipient vessels, or the contralateral fibula where the contralateral recipient vessels are preferred. (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
Maxillary Total Elongation Surgery using 3D Virtual Surgery, CAD/CAM and 3D Printing Technology: Surgical Convenience and Accuracy
In this study, the authors utilized 3D virtual surgery, CAD/CAM-assisted 3D printing technology to overcome such limitations of maxillary total elongation. In addition, accuracy at 7 different landmarks from superimposition of virtual simulation data and postoperative Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) data were measured. Although posterior maxilla exhibited bigger range of errors, an error of (Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery)
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
Quality of Life in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients Who Underwent Maxillomandibular Advancement Surgery
This study assessed health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and daytime sleepiness in moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnea patients who underwent maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery. We invited patients who had undergone MMA 1 year ago and preoperative patients to answer a self-administered questionnaire to evaluate HRQOL (Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey—SF-36 and Functional Outcomes of Sleep Questionnaire—FOSQ) and daytime sleepiness (Epworth Sleepiness Scale—ESS). Twenty-two patients who underwent MMA and 28 preoperative patients participated in the present study. Patients who u...
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - October 1, 2022 Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
