Alternative strategy to reconstruct the nose after excision: extra-oral implant anchored to bone

Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2009 Jan;47(1):50-1. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2008.03.021. Epub 2008 May 19.

Abstract

Reconstruction of the nose is a two-step process; first, the implant is positioned, and secondly a prosthesis is made to be implanted within three months. This ensures a better cosmetic result from only two operations; the prosthesis may be better placed; and the position can be corrected. Our results suggest that a craniofacial prosthesis anchored to bone is a viable alternative to conventional prosthetic surgery, and offers considerable benefits compared with existing support systems.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nose / surgery*
  • Nose Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Prosthesis Implantation / methods*
  • Rhinoplasty / methods*