Publication date: Available online 27 August 2018
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Author(s): Zhifan Qin, Zhen zhang, Xiang Li, Yu Wang, Peng Wang, Jihua Li
Summary
Purpose
Asymmetry is one of the most common maxillo-facial deformities. One-stage treatment for maxillo-facial asymmetry with orthognathic and contouring surgery has been rarely reported. This retrospective study aims to investigate the feasibility of simultaneous orthognathic and facial bone contouring surgery with the help of virtual surgical planning and 3D-printed navigation templates for facial asymmetry.
Patients and Methods
From January 2012 to December 2015, 51 patients diagnosed with maxillo-facial asymmetry received treatment of combined orthognathic and contouring surgery under the guidance of virtual surgical planning and 3D-printed templates. Photographs and measurements were taken before and after operation to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment.
Results
Photographs and cephalometric analysis showed the asymmetry was effectively corrected. All patients were satisfied with the aesthetic results.
Conclusion
This study suggested the clinical feasibility of simultaneous orthognathic and contouring surgery for treatment of maxillo-facial asymmetry. Virtual surgical planning and 3D-printed surgical templates enable the surgeons to plan and carry out the procedure more predictably and achieve satisfactory outcomes.
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