Fixed mandibular implant after microvascular mandibular reconstruction.
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the use of fixed mandibular implants to retain dental prostheses after microvascular mandibular reconstruction.


METHODS
Case series.


METHODS
Tertiary referral center.


METHODS
Eight patients with microvascular mandibular reconstruction after mandibular resection.


METHODS
Clinically noted functional results, serial radiographic evidence of fixed mandibular implant and mandibular integrity, and complications encountered.


RESULTS
Eight of 8 fixed mandibular implants were successfully placed and remained stable. The follow-up period ranged from 10 to 21 months (mean, 14.3 months).


CONCLUSIONS
The use of fixed mandibular implants to retain dental prostheses after microvascular mandibular reconstruction is a safe and effective treatment option.
Li
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Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA.
Cheney
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ML
Gliklich
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August
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Caradonna
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008334:Mandible / Q000601:surgery*; D008339:Mandibular Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D008866:Microsurgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D016896:Treatment Outcome