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[Masticatory system and maxillofacial prosthesis: From pathology to function recovering].

S Vo Quang¹, J Dichamp²

¹Hôpital de la Pitié-Salpêtrière, 47-83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France.

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Summary

Maxillofacial prostheses (MFP) offer esthetic and functional reconstruction for facial defects. This review details devices for rehabilitating the masticatory system, focusing on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

Keywords:

Amplitude articulaire Articular range Functional treatment Maxillo-faciale prosthesis Mobilisateur Mobilizer Prothèse maxillo-faciale Rehabilitation Rééducation Traitement fonctionnel

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Area of Science:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Biomedical Engineering
Reconstructive Dentistry

Background:

Maxillofacial prosthesis (MFP) integrates art and science for facial reconstruction.
MFP addresses cutaneous and underlying structural defects, aiding speech and swallowing.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders often benefit from functional, non-surgical treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To present various devices for masticatory system rehabilitation based on pathology.
To discuss preventive strategies for preserving TMJ range of motion.
To explore curative methods for restoring TMJ mobility and mandibular function.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on maxillofacial prostheses and TMJ disorder treatments.
Categorization of devices based on preventive, curative, and rehabilitative functions.
Analysis of treatment approaches for adults and pediatric cases.

Main Results:

Preventive measures focus on maintaining TMJ range of motion.
Curative approaches aim to restore lost TMJ mobility.
Devices for mandibular repositioning and kinetic rehabilitation are detailed.

Conclusions:

MFP plays a crucial role in multidisciplinary patient rehabilitation.
A range of prosthetic devices can address diverse TMJ pathologies.
The article provides a comprehensive overview of prosthetic solutions for masticatory system disorders.