title: Alloplastic augmentation of middle-third facial deformities.
abstract: In reconstruction of deformities of the middle third of the face, an advantage in the use of an alloplastic implant rather than tissue transplantation is that only one surgical procedure is needed. A more accurate fit and better esthetic results are obtained with custom-made implants of silicone rubber. Carved implants require less fabrication time and offer adequate results although they are not always shaped as accurately.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D002356:Cartilage / Q000637:transplantation; D002516:Ceramics; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D005145:Face / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008447:Maxillofacial Prosthesis; D008670:Metals; D008768:Methylmethacrylates; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy; D011108:Polymers; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013499:Surface Properties; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D008670:Metals; D008768:Methylmethacrylates; D011108:Polymers; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene