Biomedical subjects
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The augmentation of congenital or acquired deficiencies of the malar complex is a good example of how three-dimensional bio-modelling has become a useful addition to the modern surgeon's resources. This paper will review a range of bio-modelling applications within our regional specialty, with particular reference to the options available for contour reconstruction of the malar complex.
The transmandibular implant has been shown to be a successful clinical solution to prosthetic rehabilitation of patients with gross mandibular atrophy. Aspects of the biocompatibility of the implant material including the component metals in the alloy have been tested in an animal model utilizing sheep. The initial Adelaide results in the clinical multicentre trial are presented. These were generally excellent and the reasons for the few failures are presented.
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