Reconstruction of maxillofacial bone defects: Contemporary methods and future techniques

Alfotawi, R. and Ayoub, A. (2014) Reconstruction of maxillofacial bone defects: Contemporary methods and future techniques. American Journal of Advances in Medical Science, 2(1), pp. 18-27.

Abstract

Reconstruction of maxillofacial continuity defects has always been a challenging tasks for the scientist and surgeons over the years. The main goal of the reconstruction of the maxillofacial region is to restore facial form, function, full rehabilitation of occlusion and articulation. A refinement in surgical technique and methods of reconstruction has improved patient’s quality of life. This manuscript reviewed exciting methods of bone reconstruction and confirms that the ideal system for reconstruction of critical size continuity defect of the jaw bones has yet to be found. Shortcoming and limitation of each method has been discussed. The author highlight recent advances on how tissue engineering which could offer biological substitute to restore, maintain, or improve oro-facial function.

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Ayoub, Professor Ashraf
• Authors: Alfotawi, R., and Ayoub, A.
• College/School: College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School
• Journal Name: American Journal of Advances in Medical Science
• Publisher: ARNACA
• ISSN: 2347-2766
• ISSN (Online): 2347-2766
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2016 The Authors
• First Published: First published in American Journal of Advances in Medical Science 2(1):18-27
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher