Mandibular Condyle Reconstruction With Inlay Application of Autogenous Costochondral Graft After Condylectomy: Cerrahpaşa’s Technique

Temporomandibular Joint Reconstruction With Costochondral Graft Using Modified Approach

“…GÜ ZEL et al 6 reported a different technique for costochondral grafting that eliminated the necessity for a submandibular extra-oral incision. They inserted the graft from a preauricular incision.…”

Reconstruction of Temporomandibular Joint With a Fibula Free Flap: A Case Report With a Histological Study

“…The growth potential of costochondral grafts makes them an ideal option for children. 3 However, excessive mandibular growth and cartilage fractures have been identified as potential complications of this graft. 9 After costochondral grafts were installed in Marmoset monkeys (Callithrix jacchus; whose TMJ is very similar to the human one), clinical and radiographic evaluation showed a deviation of 0.5 to 2 mm from the lower midline toward the unoperated side in growing monkeys where grafts with long cartilage were used.…”

“…[1][2][3] Active proliferation of cartilage and endochondral ossification of the condylar skeletal unit (CSU) is necessary for the normal growth and development of the lower third of the face in the vertical, transverse, and horizontal directions. 4 The absence of normal condylar growth has the consequence of progressive and severe facial disharmonies.…”

Mandibular condylar-ramal reconstruction using vascularised costochondral graft based on the serratus anterior composite flap

“…Advanced exercises, such as protrusive and excursive movements, were then allowed. Progression of MMO was measured using a ruler at each follow-up visit (Guzel et al, 2007).…”