Polyetheretherketone custom-made implants for craniofacial defects: Report of 14 cases and review of the literature

摘要: Abstract Background Craniofacial defects tend to carry functional and esthetic consequences for the patient. The complex shapes in this region make such reconstructions a challenging procedure most suitable material be used remains controversial. Methods We report series of 14 patients whose craniofacial were reconstructed using computer designed PEEK-PSI (Polyetheretherketone- Patient Specific Implant). analyzed complications outcomes PEEK custom-made implants compared our results with those other case reported current literature. Results Fourteen underwent reconstruction PEEK-PSI. Three cases involved one-step primary rest delayed reconstruction. Two (14.3 %) presented infection only one was implant definitively removed. Esthetic considered highly satisfactory. Conclusion With CAD-CAM techniques, it is possible prefabricate an individual implant. ideal reconstructing maxillofacial does not exist, but has demonstrated good outcomes. When autologous bone available or, selected large or area, best options reconstruct these defects. However, further studies are needed determine long-term results.