Current Trends in the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of Jaw following Ablative Surgery

Authors

Language

English

Publication Date

7-7-2022

Journal

Cancers

DOI

10.3390/cancers14143308

PMID

35884369

PMCID

PMC9320033

PubMedCentral® Posted Date

7-7-2022

PubMedCentral® Full Text Version

Post-print

Abstract

The reconstruction and rehabilitation of jaws following ablative surgery have been transformed in recent years by the development of computer-assisted surgery and virtual surgical planning. In this narrative literature review, we aim to discuss the current state-of-the-art jaw reconstruction, and to preview the potential future developments. The application of patient-specific implants and the "jaw-in-a-day technique" have made the fast restoration of jaws' function and aesthetics possible. The improved efficiency of primary reconstructive surgery allows for the rehabilitation of neurosensory function following ablative surgery. Currently, a great deal of research has been conducted on augmented/mixed reality, artificial intelligence, virtual surgical planning for soft tissue reconstruction, and the rehabilitation of the stomatognathic system. This will lead to an even more exciting future for the functional reconstruction and rehabilitation of the jaw following ablative surgery.

Keywords

jaw reconstruction, microvascular reconstruction, free flaps, computer-assisted surgery, patient-specific implants, virtual surgical planning, 3D printing

Published Open-Access

yes

Recommended Citation

, "Current Trends in the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of Jaw following Ablative Surgery" (2022). Faculty, Staff and Student Publications. 119.
https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/uthdb_docs/119