BSSO, described by H. Obwegeser, is a well known surgical procedure which is used worldwide from more than 50 years. That surgical technique is often responsible of some damage: mental…
Purpose: To discuss a retrospective study of a new technique for alveolar bone transport by distraction osteogenesis, using a Hyrax modified device by the principal author (OAV). Patients and methods:…
The purpose of this study was to compare the consolidation periods in ADO and to evaluate its effects on bone formation and implant success in severely resorbed edentulous mandibles. Patients…
Literature describes that congenital eye loss can be the most important reason of the microorbit. This development deficiency brings functional, physical and psychological consequences. I will present a new treatment…
Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare two consolidation periods in alveolar distraction osteogenesis (ADO) and to evaluate their effects on success of bone formation, relapse and implants….
Aim: To study distraction osteogenesis of the posterior cranial vault in children requiring increased intracranial volume. Materials and methods: Ten patients were treated with cranial distractors. Five children had previously…
Reconstruction of large calvarial bone defects is considered as a one of the most difficult challenges in reconstructive surgery. Such reconstruction is usually performed for cosmetic reasons. However, in some…
Introduction: Craniofacial access required in the treatment of craniofacial pathology is typically achieved through a craniotomy or craniectomy. Depending on the extent of the resulting cranial defect there are cosmetic,…
The objectives of condylar fracture therapy are to re-establish function and form with minimum morbidity. Acceptable results of both surgical and not surgical treatment have been studied in order to…
Objectives: Combat injuries in worldwide military conflicts have been reported frequently, however publications on injuries of unprotected civilians caused by bomb attacks and bullets are rare. The present report gives…
Aims: To describe and analyze the characteristics of the patients affected by extended maxillofacial fractures. Methods: A retrospective revision was done in cases of extended facial fractures that attended the…
Aims: Identify the variables that may have an implication in the prognosis and complications of panfacial trauma. Methods: A retrospective revision was done in cases of extended facial fractures that…
Introduction: The condyle is frequently affected anatomical area (25–35%), due to its relative structural weakness. Most often they are indirect fractures or shear and bending is common to alter the…
Facial trauma in pediatric patients differs in terms of prevalence, diagnosis and treatment, as compared to adults. The treatment will take depends on the intrinsic characteristics of the fracture, patient…
Introduction: Nowadays, in the health sciences, it is important to consider the emotional aspects of the patient as much as their health status. Trauma it is studied these days on…
Introduction: One of the most common presentations to the on-call oral and maxillofacial surgeon in the emergency department is a fractured mandible. We look at the pattern of mandibular fractures…
International literature describes clear and objective criteria for the treatment of facial bone fractures and consequent lesions and recommends protocols, approach routines, reduction and fixation that may enhance the predictability…
Introduction : Hard tissue facial trauma is considered uncommon in the pediatric population worldwide, with only a few reports considering a significant number of patients. The aim of this study…
Aim: To evaluate short and long term results and complications of the open management of the frontobasal fractures. Method: We performed a cohort analysis of all patients with frontobasal fractures…
To define the ideal material for frontal sinus obliteration remains controversial. Sinus obliteration with autogenous bone is an effective technique because its biological properties: it undergoes a fast revascularization acting…
