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Indian Journal of Dental Education

Volume  6, Issue 1, January - March 2013, Pages 11-14
 

Original Article

Steriolithography (Rapid Prototype): An Useful Tool in Mandible and Maxilla Reconstruction

Akshata J.S., Manjunath K.N., Amresh Baliarsing

*Asst. Prof., Dept. of Pulmonary Medicine, SDSTBRC& RGICD, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, **Asst. Prof., Dept. of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, MSRMC, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, ***Prof. & HOD, Dept.of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, TNMC & Na

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Abstract

Purpose: To study the effectiveness of Steriolithogrphy rapid prototype model in Mandible and maxilla reconstruction. Methods and Materials: We present here our case series of 6 patients having maxilla or mandible reconstruction. These patients are reconstructed with free fibula graft which has been moulded at the donor site itself. Results: Reconstruction of these bones with free fibula is quite effective. The amount of graft required could be determined preoperatively. The operative time was reduced significantly. Conclusion: Simulation of surgery using rapid prototype model helps to predetermine the amount of graft required, reduces the operative time and also preoperatively determines the shape of reconstructed bone.  

Keywords: Steriolithography; Mandible and maxilla reconstruction; Free fibula. 


Corresponding Author : Akshata J.S.