Key points • An evidence-based clinical protocol for orbital fractures will facilitate in the decision making of which type of treatment is most beneficial. • Limited enophthalmos and diplopia without…
Key points • Late and secondary orbital reconstructions are more demanding than primary reconstructions due to altered anatomic landmarks and late soft tissue changes—so the ultimate objective should be an…
Key points • The use of a cadaver model allows assessment of the effect of individual steps of computer-assisted surgery on orbital implant positioning. • The accuracy and consistency of…
Key points • The goal of secondary reconstruction of the midface is to restore harmony with a primary focus of restoration of form and function. • An organized assessment of…
Key points • The first step in advanced diagnostics and virtual surgical planning is the generation of a virtual patient model. • Information can be added to the virtual patient…
Key points • The development and implementation of medical technology in orbital reconstructive surgery is a logical consequence of the philosophy to optimize the treatment procedure before, during, and after…
Key points • Predictable outcomes of complex orbital fracture patterns may be achieved by a structured and evidence-based approach. • Full anatomic and physiologic assessment of the fracture pattern using…
Key points • Trapdoor fracture in children, globe dislocation or trapdoor fracture with a nonresolving oculocardiac reflex, bradycardia, heart block, nausea, vomiting, or syncope are indications for immediate surgery. •…
Key points • Be aware of a combination of mechanical, neurogenic, and sensory causes of diplopia. • Check for factors influencing the absence of diplopia, such as trauma-related visual problems,…
Key points • The skeletal framework around the anterior aperture of each orbit and the 4 walls of the orbital cavity can be conceived as a pyramid with a quadrangular…
Key points • Retrobulbar hemorrhage in the setting of orbital trauma can cause orbital compartment syndrome, which may result in irreversible vision loss. Immediate action through a lateral canthotomy and…
10.1055/b-0040-178443 5 Imaging and planning technologies 5.1 Endoscopy in mandibular condyle and midfacial trauma care Marcin Czerwinski, Chen Lee, Reid V Mueller, Rainer Schmelzeisen, Robert M Kellman 1 Introduction Surgical…
10.1055/b-0040-178440 2 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the mandible 2.1 Access osteotomies in the mandible in tumor surgery and osteosynthesis Keith Jones 1 Introduction The provision of optimal surgical access…
10.1055/b-0040-178439 1 Bone grafts, bone flaps, bone replacement materials and techniques 1.1 Types and harvest of bone grafts and bone flaps Michael Ehrenfeld, Christine Hagenmaier, Remy H Blanchaert Jr 1…
10.1055/b-0040-178441 3 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the midface and craniofacial junction 3.1 Approaches and access osteotomies to the midface Douglas W Klotch, Nicholas J Panetta 1 Introduction Disorders involving…
10.1055/b-0040-178444 6 Principles and techniques for facial allotransplantation Bernard Devauchelle, Sylvie Testelin, Stéphanie Dakpé 1 Introduction Conventional head and neck reconstructive procedures achieve variable results in reconstruction for extensive facial…
Impacted third molars occur in a significant number of patients and often require treatment because of presence of symptoms and/or disease. Management of these teeth typically involves referral to oral…
Dental trauma and injuries to the dentition are difficult to treat because the treatment goals serve to restore esthetics and function. The oral and maxillofacial surgeon is often called on…
The presence of healthy soft tissue at the tooth and implant interface correlates to long-term success and stability in function and esthetics. Grafting procedures utilizing various techniques can be performed…
Trigeminal nerve branches are never far from the operating field of the oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Increasingly the surgeon is required to provide accurate diagnosis and grading of trigeminal nerve…