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Posttraumatic osteotomies of the jaws
N Zachariades1, M Mezitis, A Michelis
1Oral and Maxillofacial Clinic, General Peripheral Hospital of Attica, Greece.
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|December 1, 1993
Summary
Facial bone fractures from accidents and violence are increasing. Advances in orthognathic surgery offer new techniques to correct complex post-traumatic malpositions, improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Orthognathic Surgery
Background:
- Facial bone fractures are rising due to increased road traffic accidents and violence.
- Inadequate or absent treatment of facial fractures often stems from complexity or associated neurological injuries.
- Orthognathic surgery has evolved, offering diverse osteotomy techniques.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the challenges in treating facial bone fractures.
- To explore the application of advanced orthognathic surgery techniques for post-traumatic maxillofacial deformities.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on facial trauma and orthognathic surgery.
- Analysis of osteotomy techniques originally developed for congenital deformities and their adaptation for trauma.
Main Results:
- Orthognathic surgery techniques, initially for congenital issues, are effective in managing post-traumatic malpositions.
- Improved surgical options can address complex facial bone fractures previously undertreated.
Conclusions:
- Advanced orthognathic surgery provides viable solutions for complex facial bone fractures.
- These techniques enhance the correction of post-traumatic maxillofacial deformities, improving functional and aesthetic results.