Usefulness of Polycaprolactone and Beta-tricalcium Phosphate Implant for Reconstruction After Mandibular Reduction

Mandibular reduction is common in East Asia, and earlier methods entirely removed the mandibular angle. This report presents a clinical case of mandibular angle reconstruction using a custom polycaprolactone and beta-tricalcium phosphate implant. Designed via 3-dimensional modeling from computed tomography data, the implant fits precisely without requiring fixation. One year postoperatively, a computed tomography scan showed successful bone replacement, and the patient was satisfied with the contour. This technique eliminates the need for autologous grafts and offers a promising alternative to mandibular reconstructions.