Biodegradable fixation systems could reduce or delete the problems associated with metallic systems, since removal is not necessary. The aim of this study was to establish effectiveness and safety biodegradable plates screws as potential alternatives ones. This multi-center randomized controlled trial conducted from December 2006 July 2009. Included were patients who underwent mandibular and/or Le Fort I osteotomies those fractures mandible, maxilla, zygoma. assigned a titanium control group...

Biodegradable osteosynthesis could reduce/delete the problems associated with titanium plate removal. The aim of present study was to compare clinical performance in first 2 post-operative years between a biodegradable and system oral maxillofacial surgery. multicenter randomized controlled trial (RCT) performed Netherlands from December 2006 July 2009. Included were 230 patients who underwent bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) and/or Le Fort-I those treated for fractures mandible,...

Background Biodegradable fixation systems could reduce or eliminate problems associated with titanium removal of implants in a second operation. Aim The aim this study was to compare the long-term (i.e. >5 years postoperatively) clinical performance and biodegradable system oral maxillofacial surgery. Materials methods present multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) performed four hospitals Netherlands. Patients treated bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) and/or Le Fort-I...

Background/Objectives: Arthroscopy and arthrocentesis are routinely performed for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, but high-quality evidence regarding their efficacy relative to each other is scarce. The current study, as part of an ongoing randomized controlled trial, aimed compare office-based arthroscopic lysis lavage with TMJ pain dysfunction. Methods: Adults (≥18 years old) referred a tertiary care hospital arthralgia were included. exclusion criteria comprised systemic...

Abstract To guide the selection of osteosynthesis systems, this study compared mechanical properties biodegradable and titanium systems. SonicPins Rx xG were subjected to pull-out tests. Additionally, 15 (Inion CPS 2.0 2.5 mm; LactoSorb Macropore Polymax BioSorb FX ResorbX 2.1 Osteotrans-MX mm with plate thicknesses 1.0 1.4 SonicWeld /Rx pins , /xG without tapping burr hole) six (CrossDrive (2006), CrossDrive (2018), MaxDrive; all 1.5 mm) straight, four-hole systems evaluated. All tensile,...

Arthrocentesis for arthralgia of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often only indicated when conservative, non-surgical interventions have failed. However, performing arthrocentesis as initial therapy may facilitate earlier and better recuperation joint. The aim this study was to assess efficacy with a long-term follow-up. Eighty-four patients were randomly allocated receive either treatment (n = 41) or intervention 43). Pain (100-mm visual analogue scale, VAS) mandibular function...

Background Biodegradable fixation systems could reduce/delete the problems associated with titanium plate removal. This means less surgical discomfort, and a reduction in costs. Aim The aim of present study was to compare cost-effectiveness between biodegradable system Maxillofacial surgery. Materials Methods multicenter RCT performed Netherlands from December 2006 July 2009. Included were 230 patients who underwent bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO), Le Fort-I osteotomy, or...

Introduction: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the TMJ. It characterized by progressive degradation extracellular matrix components articular cartilage, with secondary inflammatory leading to pain in temporomandibular region and reduced mouth opening. Current treatments do not halt progression, hence need for new therapies reduce inflammation and, consequently, improve symptoms. The aim our randomized controlled clinical trial protocol investigate...

Applying biodegradable osteosyntheses avoids the disadvantages of titanium osteosyntheses. However, foreign-body reactions remain a major concern and evidence complete resorption is lacking. This study compared physico-chemical properties, histological response radiographs four copolymeric osteosynthesis systems in goat model with 48-months follow-up. The were implanted subperiosteally both tibia radius 12 Dutch White goats. BioSorb FX [poly(70LLA-co-30DLLA)], Inion CPS...

Total joint replacement (TJR) with a prosthesis can be indicated for patients severe temporomandibular (TMJ) dysfunction. Surgical accuracy is necessary correct translation of the preoperatively predicted functional outcome, wear, and biomechanical behaviour patient-specific TMJ-TJR prosthesis. This study describes first clinical applications according to Groningen principles (G-TMJ-TJR), which was developed validated in prior human cadaver test study. The aim this validate placement...

For patients who suffer from severe dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), a total replacement (TJR) in form prosthesis may be indicated. The position centre rotation TJRs is crucial for good postoperative oral function; however, it not determined patient-specifically (PS) any current TMJ-TJR. aim this study was to develop 4D-workflow ascertain PS mean axis rotation, or fixed hinge, that mimics patient's specific physiological mouth opening. Twenty healthy adult were asked...

In our clinic, the current preferred primary treatment regime for unilateral condylar hyperactivity is a proportional condylectomy in order to prevent secondary orthognathic surgery. Until recently, determine indicated size of reduction during surgery, we used ‘panorex-free-hand’ method measure difference between left and right ramus heights. The problem encountered with this was that TMJ surgeons measured differences amount resect Other 2D 3D comparisons were unavailable. aim study most...

Abstract Applying the right torque to osteosynthesis screws is important for undisturbed bone healing. This study aimed compare test–retest and intra-individual reliabilities of applied 1.5 mm 2.0 by residents oral maxillofacial surgeons (OMF-surgeons), define reference intervals, interval compliances. Five experienced OMF-surgeons 20 residents, 5 each 4 residency years, were included. Each participant inserted six × 6 into a preclinical model at two test moments 2 weeks apart (T1 T2)....