Mandibular reconstruction using the titanium functionally dynamic bridging plate system: a retrospective study of 34 cases

A Three Dimensional Analysis of Reconstruction Plates used in Different Mandibular Defects

“…One problem associated with conventional plate systems is the frequent incidence of complications such as screw loosening, plate exposure and plate fractures once masticator function is recovered (7). Although some retrospective clinical studies recommended the use of a modified plate system (4,10,16,20), the rate of plate-related complications is still high (3,10,13,20,22). the greatest causes for complications are size and location of the defects (5, 7).…”

Jaw osteonecrosis after dental implants associated with oral bisphosphonates – case report of resection of mandible

“…The decision was based on the history of patient: dental implants, osteomyelitis, fracture of atrophic and edentulous mandible, and poor systemic conditions. The use of rigid internal fixation (reconstruction system) increased stability during the repair of this surgery reestablishing bone continuity, functionality, and esthetics [13,14].…”

“…One of the problems related to reconstruction of these plates is the exposure of the plates in the oral cavity [2,4,10,13,15]. Lopez et al [13] affirmed that the correct alternative to solve such problems is a new flap.…”

3D-FEM and histomorphology of mandibular reconstruction with the titanium functionally dynamic bridging plate

“…In cases of poor general health, advanced cancer or irradiation, metallic plates are used 16,9 . The most common complications with the conventional plate systems are screw loosening, plate exposure and plate fracture.…”

“…The plates can be adapted easily to the buccal or caudal side, or in combination. This permits adaptation in every case while the plate provides excellent functional and aesthetic results 16 .…”