The U-shaped osteotomy for the treatment of paranasal deficiencies

Contemporary aesthetic management of dentofacial deformities involves finding an optimal occlusal result with maximum harmony of the face. In cases where what we want to modify is the paranasal area (around the nose), this has traditionally been carried out by two methods: either mobilizing the maxillary bone (Le Fort I osteotomy), or using grafts, although...

The internet and discussion groups can be a very valuable element when deciding on a surgical treatment. There are some groups that are very educational for their users, where in addition to opinions and well-informed explanations, experiences are shared in the first person. But at the other extreme, there are also groups where negative criticisms of...

In his last scientific publication "The Fate of Lateral Ridge Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.", Professor Hernández Alfaro and his research team put the magnifying glass on the different materials and techniques used for the reconstruction of the alveolar bone. In terms of techniques, block grafts seem to maintain the original volume of increase...

Professor Hernandez-Alfaro and his team have presented an innovative technique that eliminates the unwanted effects of orthognathic surgery. Despite being a technique that significantly improves the quality of life of the patient, orthognathic surgery of the upper jaw can have some unwanted effects on the operated area, such as the widening of the base of...