Mandibular reconstruction in children

Reconstruction of Canine Mandibular Bone Defects Using a Bone Transport Reconstruction Plate

“…Furthermore, segmental bone loss may result from blast injuries, high impact trauma, or repeated surgical debridement for treatment of chronic osteomyelitis of the mandible. The resulting tissue deficits represent some of the most complicated problems in reconstructive surgery, not only because of the unique anatomy, but also due to the complexity of tissue function of the oral tissues 6, 7. Mandibular reconstruction typically involves bone, gingiva, and teeth.…”

Long-term radiological findings following reconstruction of the condyle with fibular free flaps

“…Fibular grafts are currently the preferred material for reconstruction in adults and children by many authors (Hidalgo, 1989;Cordeiro et al, 1999;Olvera-Caballero, 2000) because they are simple and can be easily fitted. Several techniques have been described for repair of the condylar region.…”

Pediatric Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontosarcoma of the Mandible: A Challenge of Diagnosis and Treatment

“…This method is normally recommended for resections that do not cross the midline. [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13] In the present case, the resection did cross the midline, and the mirror duplicate left a gap between the second incisors. This gap was bridged using the maxillary dentition as a positioning guide for the lower alveolar segment and the chin (Fig 3D).…”

“…Although some investigators have reported growth of the flap, achieving facial symmetry, 11,12 most have emphasized the need for additional surgical interventions, eg, distraction osteogenesis, orthognathic surgery, and another free fibular flap, to correct the inevitable unequal growth pattern of the mandible and maxilla. 13,14 The patient presented with a pseudoskeletal Class III deformity.…”