State of the art in augmentation rhinoplasty: implant or graft?
| Autor: | Byoung J. Moon, Yong J. Jang |
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| Rok vydání: | 2012 |
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Reoperation Prosthesis-Related Infections Esthetics medicine.medical_treatment Treatment outcome Dentistry Biocompatible Materials Augmentation rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty Postoperative Complications Cartilage transplantation Fascia Lata medicine Humans business.industry Prostheses and Implants Biocompatible material surgical procedures operative Cartilage Treatment Outcome Otorhinolaryngology Patient Satisfaction Surgery Implant business |
| Zdroj: | Current opinion in otolaryngologyhead and neck surgery. 20(4) |
| ISSN: | 1531-6998 |
| Popis: | There is ongoing debate regarding the optimal material for augmentation rhinoplasty. Each graft and implant has its own advantages and disadvantages. This review addresses the use of several grafts and implants in augmentation rhinoplasty, with a particular focus on dorsal augmentation.There are several grafts and implants available for dorsal augmentation. Autologous graft is commonly reported to be the preferred method. However, the proper selection of graft material varies depending on the technique and preference of the surgeon, as well as the anatomic and ethnic characteristics of the patient. Thus, there are a number of different options in the choice of graft or implant material, and there are debates and controversies as to the most appropriate choice.This article summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of several graft and implant options for dorsal augmentation. This information can help proper selection of the appropriate implant for dorsal augmentation, a critically important factor for minimizing morbidity while still achieving an optimal aesthetic result. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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