Orthognathic Surgery and Aesthetics: Planning Treatment to Achieve Functional and Aesthetic Goals

1993 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 93-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Sarver ◽  
Mark W. Johnston

Computerized video imaging is a valuable adjunct for communication with patients and planning orthognathic surgical treatment. The incorporation of adjunctive soft tissue procedures to enhance the final aesthetic result of orthognathic surgery is a valuable addition to the orthodontic and orthognathic treatment plan. This paper presents the use of video imaging techniques in the planning and execution of comprehensive functional and aesthetically orientated orthodontic and surgical treatment.

1993 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 187-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Sarver

A case report is presented in order to illustrate the benefits of computerized video imaging in orthognathic surgery. It is suggested that superimposition of the cephalogram on the video image is helpful in treatment planning and in communication with the patient. Computerized video imaging techniques help clinicians and patients discuss the aesthetic impact of orthognathic surgery. The superimposition of the cephalogram and profile image, coupled with algorithmic predictions, allow the clinician to plan the surgery to closely match the desired result. This paper presents the planning and counselling of a patient using contemporary computerized video imaging techniques.


2015 ◽  
Vol 87 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marta Fijałkowska ◽  
Bogusław Antoszewski

AbstractIn 1976 Dr. Paul Tessier described numeric classification for rare craniofacial clefts. He first emphasized that a fissure of the soft tissue corresponds, as a general rule, to a cleft of the bony structure. The classification, easy to understand, became widely accepted because the recording of the malformations was simple and facilitated communication between observers.was to present our own experience with treatment of patients with rare facial clefts.Our Department has 11 patients with rare craniofacial clefts under its care. This group includes 8 boys and 3 girls. The patients aged from 2 months to 18 years at the time of the first consultation.In two patients the cleft was median, in seven patients it was one-sided and in two – bilateral. The most common type of cleft was number 6, and the rarest were 2, 3, and 7. All patients underwent surgical treatment.Atypical facial clefts are rare congenital anomalies, however because of functional and aesthetic disturbances they constitute a serious medical and therapeutic problem. Facial clefts are characterized by variable clinical presentation and require individualized treatment plan.


2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL4) ◽  
pp. 2266-2271
Author(s):  
Shivangi Gaur ◽  
Subhashini R ◽  
Madhulaxmi M ◽  
Abdul Wahab P U

Society imparts great importance to physical appearance in this modern age. The physical and psycho-social impact of a dentofacial deformity on an individual is often impossible to assess with certainty. A facial deformity can profoundly affect the quality of life and thereby entailing lifelong adjustments. Facial aesthetics affect an individual's confidence and their overall acceptance in society, which in turn has an apparent effect on their quality of life. Corrective jaw surgeries are indicated in cases not amenable to produce acceptable post-treatment results with orthodontics alone. Orthognathic surgery aims to produce a more aesthetic facial appearance and strives to improve stomatognathic functions in the process. WHO defines Quality of Life as- An individual's perception of their position in life in the context of the culture and value systems in which they live and concerning their goals, expectations, standards and concerns. It is a broad-ranging concept affected in a complicated way by the person's physical health, psychological state, level of independence, social relationships, personal beliefs and their relationship to salient features of their environment. The impact of dentofacial deformities on an individual's holistic emotional, physical and social development has been a focus of research for a long time. Several patients reported outcome scales are employed to assess the quality of life and this review aims to discuss the use of these scales as an indicator of successful surgical treatment. At the same time, these scales may serve as a patient education tool because a holistic health indicator is required which considers the psychological well being of the patient along with regards to functional and aesthetic demands before formulating a surgical treatment plan.


2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (01) ◽  
pp. 27-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. A. Gioso ◽  
P. E. G. Carvalho ◽  
F. P. Cunha ◽  
L. A. V. Martinez ◽  
L. S. Lemos ◽  
...  

SummarySkeletal malocclusions may be due to disturbances in the growth of the mandible or maxilla. In most cases, discomfort is the result of tooth-to-tooth malocclusion or tooth-to-softtissue contact. Currently, in veterinary medicine, these problems are treated palliatively. In humans, orthognathic surgery is indicated to correct severe skeletal malocclusions, offering aesthetic and functional benefits to the patients. This research evaluated the effects of an intra-oral mandibular sagittal split osteotomy in 20 dog cadavers with skeletal malocclusion. After sagittal osteotomy and mandibular repositioning, the osteotomies were fixed with titanium mini-plates and 1.5 mm diameter screws or 1.5 mm bicortical screws. The statistical analysis revealed a significant occlusion difference in the treated cadavers (Wilcoxon test, p <0.05). In 19/20 cadavers there was correction of the angular osteotomy while the mandibular alveolar vessels and nerve were preserved during osteotomy and fixation in all cadavers. In conclusion, intra-oral mandible sagittal osteotomy allowed correction of malocclusion in cadavers. However, it would be important to prepare a preoperative orthodontic-surgical treatment plan to obtain a satisfactory occlusion during the surgery in clinical patients.


2003 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 333-342 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chien-Hsun Lu ◽  
Ellen Wen-Ching Ko, DDS, MS ◽  
Chiung-Shing Huang

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  

Aim: The aim of this report is to describe the management of a prosthodontic patient expressing unrealistic expectations with respect to the transition to edentulousness. Objectives: To outline (1) the diagnosis and explicit expectations of the patient on presentation (2) considerations made during treatment planning to address the wishes of the first time prosthodontic patient (3) a sequential treatment plan utilizing transitional partial removable dentures to manage the change to edentulousness (4) functional and aesthetic result achieved. Results: Delivery of immediate removable partial dentures retaining key abutment teeth in upper and lower arches was a viable prosthodontic solution in the transition to edentulousness of a patient expecting unrealistic treatment outcomes. Conclusions: Addressing impractical expectations and devising a treatment plan amenable to both clinician and patient is difficult. Strategies to manage these wishes in prosthodontic dentistry can include transitional partial dentures. Clinical relevance: Practitioners who encounter similar situations may consider this report valuable.


2013 ◽  
Vol 154 (6) ◽  
pp. 225-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Csaba Halmy ◽  
Zoltán Nádai ◽  
Krisztián Csőre ◽  
Adrienne Vajda ◽  
Róbert Tamás

Authors report on the use of Integra dermal regeneration template after excision of an extended, recurrent skin tumor in the temporal region. The area covered with Integra was 180 cm2. Skin grafting to cover Integra was performed on the 28th day. Both Integra and the skin transplant were taken 100%. Integra dermal regeneration template can provide good functional and aesthetic result in the surgical management of extended skin tumors over the skull. Orv. Hetil., 2013, 154, 225–227.


ORL ro ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-49
Author(s):  
Bogdan Mocanu ◽  
Daniel Mirea ◽  
Silviu Oprescu ◽  
Anca Vișan ◽  
Mihai Tușaliu ◽  
...  

Introduction. The primitive malignant melanoma of nasal mucosa and paranasal sinus is a rare tumor of uncertain etiology, with unpredictable biologic behavior and bad prognosis. Unlike skin melanomas, there are no risk factors and the disease is frequently manifested in older patients, whose clinical otorhinolaryngology complaints are normally non-specific and ranges from nasal obstruction to rhinorrhea and epistaxis. Unfortunately, this disease is diagnosed basically in advanced stages which makes the surgery difficult. Objective. To report a case of primitive malignant melanoma of nasal mucosa, ethmoid and frontal sinuses, that was diagnosed in 2015. It was performed a subtotal resection in another hospital in 24.08.2015, with a large local reccurence. Report. Our patient was a 78-year-old woman with bilateral nasal obstruction, light epistaxis and unilateral rhinorrhea. The ENT, CT and  MRI exams showed a tumour with important, invasion of the nasal cavity structures (billateral nasal bones, left frontal process of the maxilla, the superior midpoint of the nasal septum, bilateral middle and superior turbinates, left ethmoid and bilateral frontal sinuses). The patient was submited for surgery: total macroscopic resection in the combined endoscopic approach; transnasal and modified lateral rhinotomy with titaniul plates reconstruction of the external nose architecture. Conclusions. Malignant melanomas of nasal mucosa are, in general, diagnosed in advanced stages. Their histological characteristics in the mucosa makes difficult the surgical treatment, which is one of the most efficient options, because they are resistant to chemo and radiotherapy. The early diagnosis and a good surgical treatment plan are the best option for this tumor nowadays.  


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