The objective of this study was to compare the alveolar bone growth in the 2 sides of the maxillary sinus after bilateral sinus lift procedures were performed with the simultaneous placement of dental implants in 20 consecutive patients. After elevation of the Schneiderian membrane, one side had only platelet-rich plasma (PRP) gel applied, while the other had placed only alloplastic graft mater...

The aim of the study was to evaluate the benefit of vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy in the management of deep, alloplastic graft infections (Szilagyi grade III) in the groin. From 2000 to 2009, we identified and included in our study 72 deep inguinal infections in 68 patients, involving native as well as synthetic graft or patch material. There were 29 early graft infections (<30 days aft...

This article is limited to a review of bone replacement graft materials used in periodontal therapy. The source, mode of bone regeneration and the respective advantages and disadvantages of autogenous, allogenic, xenogenic and alloplastic materials are discussed.

BACKGROUND The purpose of this study is to evaluate the outcomes of four patients receiving stock Biomet TMJ prosthesis for reconstruction of the TMJs. METHODS TMJ reconstruction with stock Biomet TMJ prosthesis was performed in four patients who had joint damages by trauma, tumor, resorption, and ankylosis, which represent the indications of alloplastic prosthesis. RESULTS Loss of condyle ...

Dear Editor, The principles of exploration and repair of orbital floor fractures are to restore the anatomical structure of the orbital wall to its original state (as much as possible), functional capabilities of the extraocular muscles and useful binocular single vision. Various materials have been used in the repair of such fractures, including autogenous (cartilage, bone) and alloplastic (e....

The treatment of temporomandibular joint ankylosis poses a significant challenge because of the high incidence of recurrence .The only treatment option for TMJ ankylosis is surgical with or without condylar reconstruction. Various grafts are available for condylar reconstruction after removing the ankylotic mass such as costochondral, sternoclavicular, posterior border of mandibular ramus, fibu...

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Composite mandibular resection resulting in mandibular discontinuity can alter jaw motion, occlusal forces, and mastication, whether or not the jaw is reconstructed. The biomechanical events associated with these changes are difficult to assess clinically and, therefore, are not well documented or researched. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to model movements of a m...