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BACKGROUND: The maxillary sinus (MS) is described as a pyramid-shaped cavity of the maxilla. AIM: The aim of this research is to present a strategy for morphological analysis of the MS using three-dimensional (3D) printing acquired through cone-beam computed tomography images. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A cross-sectional exploratory, single-blind study was conducted, including 24 subjects. MSs were reconstructed, and 3D virtual modeling was done bilaterally, obtaining 48 physical models generated on a 3D printer. The statistical analysis used tests of normality and tests using a value of P < 0.05 to establish statistical significance. RESULTS: The mean of the MS volume was 15.38 cm3 (±6.83 cm3). The minimum volume was 5.4 cm3 and the maximum was 30.8 cm3. In a bilateral comparison of the right and left volume of the same individual, there were no significant differences (P = 0.353). In relation to the morphology of the MSs, the most prevalent was pyramidal with a square base with a prevalence of 66.7%. Related to gender, significant differences were observed only for the left volume (P = 0.009), with the mean volume being significantly greater in the men (19.69 cm3) than in the women (12.28 cm3). CONCLUSION: 3D printing of the MS permitted the more precise observation of anatomical features that cannot be seen on a 2D screen. A classification is presented that allows an analysis of sinus morphology, although it is necessary to conduct studies with larger samples to obtain more conclusive results.
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The maxillary sinus (MS) is described as a pyramid-shaped cavity of the maxilla. Knowledge of its morphology makes it possible to define normality and abnormality so that its three-dimensional analysis can be a valuable preoperative tool during surgery in this anatomical area. The aim of this study is to present a strategy of morphological analysis of the MS using 3D printing acquired through computed cone beam tomography (CBCT) images. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted, including 15 subjects (8 women and 7 men). The 3D virtual reconstruction and modeling was done on the MSs bilaterally, and 30 physical models were produced on a 3D printer. The results revealed that the MSs obtained exhibited various morphologies. An individual analysis of each MS allowed the tripod nature of the MS to be defined. We also were able to observe anatomical repairs such as the MS ostium, as well as complex areas affecting important surgical decisions. This method for creating 3D models of MSs provides a new approach to understanding the precise anatomical characteristics in these structures, which cannot be assessed in the same way on a 2D screen. It may be concluded that 3D printouts of the MS are a suitable method of preoperative analysis that can be useful in educating the patient, however, less time-consuming strategies should be explored.
El seno maxilar (SM) es una cavidad piramidal en maxila. El objetivo de este estudio es presentar una estrategia de análisis morfológico del SM utilizando impresión 3D a través de la adquisición de imágenes provenientes de tomografías computadorizadas cone beam (TCCB). Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal incluyendo 15 sujetos (8 mujeres y 7 hombres). Se realizó la reconstrucción y modelado virtual 3D de los SMs bilateralmente y se obtuvieron 30 modelos físicos generados en una impresora 3D. Los resultados arrojaron que los SMs obtenidos presentaban morfologías variadas, el análisis individual de cada SM permitió definir la condición tripoidal del SM, reparos anatómicos como el ostium del SM, mientras que zonas complejas relacionadas a decisiones quirúrgicas importantes pudieron ser observadas. Este método de creación de modelos 3D de SMs entrega un nuevo enfoque que permite apreciar características anatómicas precisas de estas estructuras, que no se pueden evaluar de la misma forma en una pantalla 2D. Se puede concluir que la impresión 3D de SM entrega un método de analisis prequirúrgico adecuado y que puede ser útil en la educación del paciente; otras estrategias con menor consumo de tiempo deben ser exploradas.
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Humanos , Masculino , Feminino , Adulto , Seio Maxilar/anatomia & histologia , Modelos Anatômicos , Impressão Tridimensional , Estudos TransversaisRESUMO
Bone grafts are widely used in alveolar ridge augmentations to allow correct implant installations. Intraoral donor sites, such as the maxillary tuberosity, symphysis and mandibular ramus have presented good characteristics and outcomes; however, the mandibular ramus has comparative advantages that promote its increased use. The aim of this work is to describe the current results of the mandibular ramus as a donor site for obtaining bone grafts to be used in alveolar bone augmentations in oral implantology and to determine the survival rate of the implants installed in the grafted sites. A systematic search of the scientific literature between December 2000 and March 2017 was carried out on the MEDLINE, EMBASE, LILACS and SciELO databases, analyzing each article according to the method of diagnosis and planning, bone resorption at the receptor site, presence of postoperative complications and implant survival rate. Eleven works were included in this study with an average of 43 patients; the follow-up times varied between 6 and 120 months, considering in addition an average success rate of 98.7 % in the implants installed in sites reconstructed with mandibular ramus bone; low morbidity in the site mainly linked to temporary neurosensory alterations was identified. It may be concluded that the need for a second surgical site to obtain graft material and the longer time the treatment requires until implant rehabilitation continue to be disadvantages; nevertheless, the mandibular ramus donor site presents low morbidity, high versatility in its use and predictable results for the dental implant installation.
Los injertos óseos son ampliamente utilizados en el aumento de rebordes alveolares atróficos para permitir la correcta instalación de implantes. Sitios donantes intraorales, tales como tuberosidad de la maxila, sínfisis y rama mandibular han presentado buenas caracteristicas y resultados, sin embargo la rama mandibular presenta ventajas comparativas que estimulan el aumento en su uso. El objetivo de éste trabajo es describir los resultados actuales de la rama mandibular como sitio donante en la obtención de injertos óseos para ser utilizados en aumentos oseos alveolares en implantología oral y determinar la tasa de sobrevida de los implantes instalados en los sitios injertados. Se realizó una búsqueda sistemática de la literatura científica entre Diciembre del 2000 y Marzo de 2017 en las bases de datos MEDLINE, EMBASE, LILACS y SciELO, analizando cada articulo según el método de diagnóstico y planificación, la reabsorción ósea en el sitio receptor, presencia de complicaciones postoperatorias y tasa de sobrevida de los implantes dentales instalados. Se incluyeron 11 trabajos en este estudio con un promedio de 43 pacientes; los tiempos de seguimiento de los sujetos fluctuaron entre los 6 y 120 meses, considerando además una tasa de éxito promedio de 98,7 % en los implantes instalados en sitios reconstruidos con hueso de rama mandibular; se identificó una baja morbilidad en el sitio donante vinculada principalmente a alteraciones neurosensoriales transitorias. Se puede concluir que continúa siendo una desventajas la necesidad del segundo sitio operatorio para la obtención de injerto y el mayor tiempo que alcanza el tratamiento hasta la rehabilitación del implante; aun asi, el sitio donante de rama mandibular presenta baja morbilidad, alta versatilidad en su empleo y resultados predecibles para la instalación de implantes dentales.
