Management of Hard Tissue Avulsive Wounds and Management of Orofacial Fractures
Abstract
Ceramic and ceramic composite materials and devices were developed for specific maxillofacial applications. These applications included: Replacement of hard tissue voids in low stress areas with a phosphate-bonded alumina-foamed ceramic and a calcium aluminate-bonded alumina foam; and development of porous ceramic-coated metallic devices for stabilization of mandibles with avulsed segments. Efforts to date have been rewarding. Using the rhesus monkey for all experimental implant work, incorporation of porous ceramic foam prostheses to eliminate maxillary defects has been accomplished. Bridging of the gap with new bone occurred within six weeks resulting in a total regeneration of the resected area with restoration of normal mandibular function.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0718275
Entities
People
- George W Greene
- Martin J. O'hara
- Thomas D. Driskell
Organizations
- Battelle Memorial Institute