“temperomandibular Joint Reconstruction”. Current Concepts

      Аннотация: TMJ reconstruction remains one of the most challenging tasks faced by surgeons who operate on the head and neck, with a variety of autogenous and alloplastic techniques available. The myriad of available TMJ reconstructive options reflect the fact that it remains an evolving field. Although no gold standard currently exists, the various techniques each have their own proponents and potential advantages and drawbacks. Ultimately, the reconstructive surgeon must consider the ablative defect and underlying pathology, the needs of the individual patient, the resources of the providing institution, and the capabilities of the surgical team.

Ключевые слова: TMJ RECONSTRUCTION, TMJ, TEMPROMANDIBULAR JOINT, CURRENT CONCEPTS IN TMJ RECONSTRUCTION