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Bimaxillary orthognathic surgery with mentoplasty and the use of porous polyethylene
Maria Clara Furlaneto Heck1, Thales Fabro Vanzela Sverzut1, Alexandre Elias Trivellato1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Trauma and Periodontics - School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto of the University of São Paulo, Avenida Do Café, s/n, Monte Alegre, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo14040‑904, Brazil.
Abstract:
A clinical case of a patient with class III dento-skeletal deformity accompanied by deficient zygomatic prominence. The treatment plan included bimaxillary orthognathic surgery with the placement of porous polyethylene based biomaterial and mentoplasty. In the postoperative period, physiotherapeutic tapes were implemented to control swelling and prevent bruising. The importance of emotional and mental support for a successful recovery is emphasized, as is the need for careful planning and a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the best possible outcome. Trust between surgeon and patient, along with an understanding of the complexity of rehabilitating not only their occlusion, but also their self-esteem, are crucial aspects to consider.
