Bone tissue engineering applications in craniofacial reconstructive surgery.

Mutaz B Habal

doi:10.1016/j.cps.2004.03.002

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Bone tissue engineering applications in craniofacial reconstructive surgery.

Mutaz B Habal

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Tissue and bone engineering are essential components for understanding of the healing and regeneration of bone and adjacent tissues. Recently, interest in restoring the contour and shape in the configuration of the reconstructed bone has become a priority for craniofacial surgeons. This article discusses the latest advancements in bone tissue engineering applications.

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Mutaz B Habal. 2004. Bone tissue engineering applications in craniofacial reconstructive surgery.. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cps.2004.03.002

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