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Management of Asymmetry
Tom C T van Riet1, Cornelis Klop1, Alfred G Becking1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Amsterdam UMC locatie University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America
|November 6, 2022
Summary
Treating facial asymmetry with orthognathic surgery requires thorough clinical evaluation. Three-dimensional diagnostics and virtual planning enhance precision for achieving symmetry in complex cases.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Orthognathic surgery aims to correct jaw and facial irregularities.
- Asymmetric cases present unique challenges due to patient-specific anatomy.
- Traditional approaches require meticulous clinical assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the challenges in treating asymmetric orthognathic cases.
- To emphasize the role of advanced diagnostic and planning tools.
- To explore strategies for achieving symmetry in complex facial deformities.
Main Methods:
- Systematic clinical observation.
- Three-dimensional (3D) diagnostic imaging.
- Virtual surgical planning (VSP).
Main Results:
- 3D diagnosis and VSP significantly improve precision in asymmetric cases.
- Asymmetries introduce complexities not seen in symmetric procedures.
- These advanced methods offer opportunities for innovative surgical solutions.
Conclusions:
- Thorough clinical evaluation remains crucial for asymmetric orthognathic surgery.
- Three-dimensional diagnostics and virtual planning are indispensable for precise treatment.
- Addressing asymmetry requires tailored, potentially unconventional, surgical approaches.
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