Volume 22, Number 1, 17-21, DOI: 10.1007/s002380050137

The use of screw fixation of methyl methacrylate to reconstruct large craniofacial contour defects

A. W. Smith, I. T. Jackson and J. Yousefi

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Abstract

Reconstructive surgeons hesitate to use alloplastic materials when autogenous alternatives are available. Our experience using large volumes of methyl methacrylate stabilized by microscrews has been reviewed in a sample of 25 consecutive cases with a follow-up of at least two years. The conclusion of the study was that methyl methacrylate, if securely stabilized, is safe to use, predictable, and pleasing aesthetic results can be obtained in a single-stage procedure. This is especially true for reconstruction of complex three-dimensional contour deformities of the craniofacial skeleton. This material has only been used in patients in whom facial growth has ceased.

Key words Methyl methacrylate - Screw fixation - Craniofacial area

Received: 10 June 1998 / Accepted: 2 September 1998

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