Epiplating In Auricular Defects As A Facial Reconstruction Method: Case Series

Publication date: Available online 3 September 2018

Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Author(s): Diego Barreto, Rodolfo Rangel, Juan Morales, Paulina Gutierrez

Abstract

Purpose

The aim of this study is to report the use of the Epiplating System for the management of craniofacial deformities, for optimal functional and aesthetic facial reconstruction.

Materials and Methods

The series of cases presented in this article corresponds to three patients diagnosed with congenital auricular agenesis, who required correction of the auricular defect using osseointegrated implants from the Epiplating system. The implants were left to integrate for a period of two to twelve weeks followed by placement of an implant-retained prosthesis. The criteria for success of the prosthesis include overall stability and function, symmetry, position and patient acceptance.

Results

Implants became anchorage, and none demonstrated failure during the study period. The cosmetic results and patient acceptance were very satisfactory, with no postoperative and soft tissue complications. Therefore, the survival rate was 100%.

Conclusions

This study concludes that the Epiplating system allows optimal facial, functional and aesthetic reconstruction for the management of craniofacial deformities; since the combination of art and science allows individualized adaptations to improve the quality of life of patients.

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