A modified repositioning system for segmental resection of the mandible

Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2006 Mar;35(3):270-3. doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2005.10.001. Epub 2005 Dec 15.

Abstract

Mandibular reconstruction is required after segmental resection of the mandible. Several techniques have been proposed but have several drawbacks. A modified system (based on Leibinger's titanium-positioning system) that can reposition the residual mandible easily and accurately without interfering with the reconstructive procedure was developed. This system has been used successfully in more than 10 patients, with no complications.

MeSH terms

  • Acrylic Resins
  • Bone Plates
  • Bone Screws
  • Equipment Design
  • Humans
  • Jaw Fixation Techniques / instrumentation
  • Mandible / surgery*
  • Mandibular Prosthesis
  • Osteotomy / instrumentation
  • Osteotomy / methods*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / instrumentation
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods
  • Titanium

Substances

  • Acrylic Resins
  • Titanium