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Facial trauma reconstruction with polymethyl methacrylate-A case report
Anália Cirqueira Milhomem1, Luciano Moreira Alves2, Isabella Mendes de Souza Jorge3
1Tropical Pathology and Public Health Institute, Federal University of Goias, Goiânia, GO, Brazil.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
|September 25, 2018
Summary
Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) effectively reconstructed a nose after trauma and graft rejection. This dermatologic filler restored facial aesthetics, demonstrating its utility beyond standard cosmetic procedures.
Area of Science:
- Dermatologic surgery
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Background:
- Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) is a versatile dermatologic filler.
- Its application extends to reconstructive procedures for facial trauma.
Observation:
- A 26-year-old female patient experienced facial bone fractures from an accident.
- Previous autograft rejection necessitated an alternative for nasal reconstruction.
- The patient had significant trauma to the mandible and maxilla, impacting facial structure.
Findings:
- PMMA was utilized for nasal reconstruction to restore facial harmony.
- The procedure aimed for anatomic reconstruction of the nose.
- The patient had a history of skullcap bone autograft rejection.
Implications:
- PMMA demonstrated efficacy in complex nasal reconstruction cases.
- Successful use in trauma reconstruction highlights its potential in challenging scenarios.
- The filler facilitated the recovery of facial and nasal aesthetic characteristics.
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