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Functional Rehabilitation of the Orofacial Complex

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Functional rehabilitation of the orofacial complex aims to restore the structure and function of the mouth and face. This involves a multidisciplinary approach, including assessment of the defect and functional goals, dental rehabilitation with prosthodontics, surgical procedures for implant placement, and rehabilitation with prosthetics.

Patients with significant maxillary defects may benefit from the use of zygomatic implants, pterygoid implants, and implants in osteocutaneous vascularized free flaps. However, dental rehabilitation in irradiated patients poses specific challenges, and careful planning and execution are necessary for success.

Collaboration between the surgeon, prosthodontist, and anaplastologist is crucial to developing an appropriate rehabilitation plan and achieving optimal outcomes. This chapter provides an overview of the various aspects of functional rehabilitation of the orofacial complex, including dental rehabilitation, implant placement, and prosthetic reconstruction of the nasal, orbital, and auricular regions.

In conclusion, functional rehabilitation of the orofacial complex is a complex process that requires a multidisciplinary approach. The assessment of the defect and functional goals is critical in developing an appropriate rehabilitation plan, and close collaboration between healthcare professionals is essential for success. Dental rehabilitation, surgical implant placement, and prosthetic reconstruction are all important considerations in achieving optimal outcomes for patients with maxillofacial defects.

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  1. Jacksonville, FL, USA

    Stacey Nedrud

  2. Merritt Island, FL, USA

    Sundeep Rawal

  3. Division of Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA

    Salam Salman

  4. Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Florida Health - Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, USA

    Salam Salman

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Nedrud, S., Rawal, S., Salman, S. (2023). Functional Rehabilitation of the Orofacial Complex. In: Quimby, A., Parmar, S., Fernandes, R. (eds) Complex Head and Neck Microvascular Surgery . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-38898-9_20

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