In the ever-evolving field of maxillofacial surgery, the role of bone grafts and biomaterials have become paramount in enhancing patient outcomes; this book provides an in-depth exploration of these critical components, drawing from the latest clinical evidence and technological advancements.

A majority of the global population may require repair or replacement of oro-facial structures caused by loss of teeth as well as major craniofacial defects, necessitating complex tissue augmentation or regeneration procedures. As a result of exciting developments and the increasing number of novel bone graft materials and different clinical applications, it is extremely important to understand these graft materials, their design, and mechanism of actions. “Oro-Facial Bone Grafts and Biomaterials: Bone Graft and Biomaterials” integrates the application of well-known graft materials and the advanced supplementary techniques and science behind them. It describes the recent advances, the role of cutting-edge biomaterials in engineering oral tissues, surface modification technologies, the emerging field of facial bone grafts /facial rejuvenation, and clinical translation, showing future directions in oral and oro-maxillofacial health care. There is also a full chapter enumerating the available bone graft materials that have FDA approval.

Readers will find the book:

• Provides thorough documentation and explanation of the various types of bone grafting for application in the maxillofacial region;
• Explains the complex signalling process for tissue engineering in a simplified manner, which will appeal to those who are new to the field;
• Details the importance of understanding the morphological and radiographic characteristics of the orbital cavity as well as the maxillary and mandibular bones, highlighting the anatomical considerations for the successful reconstruction of the bony foundation.

Audience

Researchers active in dental, medical, and biomaterials sciences, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, dentists, tissue engineers, as well as materials scientists, will find valuable information on the latest progress and novel approaches, as will all those who are looking for better solutions to the problems associated with facial deformities.

Randa A. Alfotawi, PhD is an Associate Professor & Clinical Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. She received her PhD in bone and tissue engineering for a novel flap model for reconstructive surgery from the University of Glasgow, Scotland. Her research specialty and interests include regenerative medicine/ bone bioengineering using stem cells/ biomaterials research, looking for innovative autogenous bone scaffolding. She has published about 40 journal articles in international journals, contributed several book chapters and authored one book.