Research Publications

Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) techniques are leading to new and refined approaches to
reconstructive surgery. While used mainly in craniofacial reconstruction so far, CAD-CAM technology has the potential for advances
in every area of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Here we are reporting 4 different cases of maxillofacial defects reconstruction and
the purpose of this report is to introduce a new methodology for contour restoration of the maxillofacial defects using CAD-CAM
custom-made titanium prosthesis. With the help of CAD-CAM technology the rigid fixation of the custom-made titanium implants
successfully restores the contour of maxillofacial defects in more symmetrical and aesthetic shape. However, without this technology
restoring large defect is difficult as it requires strong prosthetic material like titanium use to restore the mandibular angle and border
defects. We think that titanium prosthesis is an excellent choice for efficient and durable reconstruction of such large maxillofacial
defects.

Keywords: computer-aided design; maxillofacial prosthesis; orthognathic surgical procedures; reconstructive surgical procedures;
temporomandibular joint; titanium