Abstract
Background
Titanium mesh provides three-dimensional stability, it is easier and quick in placement, highly malleable and adaptable hence, proved to be worth in restoring the function and form in cases of comminuted maxillofacial fractures.
Materials and Methods
A total of 12 patients were included in this retrospective study at Department of Oral and maxillofacial surgery, Sri Rajiv Gandhi College of Dental Science and Hospital, from December 2015 to June 2020. Out of 12 patients, 7 reported with frontal bone fracture and 5 reported with mandibular fracture. Patients were followed up for upto 18 months to evaluate efficacy of titanium mesh on postoperative long-term healing, aesthetic outcomes and return to normal function were evaluated.
Results
The results have shown that titanium mesh has low complication rates and the ability to maintain occlusion and chewing postoperatively. Union occurred without complication in 90% of fractures, and patients treated for frontal bone fracture had excellent cosmetic results.
Conclusion
The semi rigid nature of the titanium mesh fixation allows micro movement at the healing bone ends, reduces stress shielding effect which may improve functional bone healing. Bony continuity of the mandible can be restored providing three-dimensional morphology and stability. The versatile placement of screws is the principal advantage.
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Arman, S.S., Shetty, A., Ahmed, N. et al. Versatility of Titanium Mesh in Comminuted Maxillofacial Fractures. A Retrospective Study. J. Maxillofac. Oral Surg. 23, 387–393 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-022-01745-y
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