Hiroki Tsurushima

Hiroki Tsurushima

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Hiroki Tsurushima

Department of Science of Physical Functions, Division of Oral Medicine, Kyushu Dental University, Kitakyushu, Japan

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Academic Career Length

11Years (2016-Present)

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27 January 2016 in Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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KTKazuhiro Tominaga
Kazuhiro Tominaga
MHManabu Habu
Manabu Habu
HTHiroki Tsurushima
Hiroki Tsurushima
OTOsamu Takahashi
Osamu Takahashi
IYIzumi Yoshioka
Izumi Yoshioka
Most cases of facial asymmetry involve yaw deformity, and determination of the yaw correction level is very difficult. We use three-dimensional soft tissue simulation to determine the yaw correction level. This three-dimensional simulation is based on the addition of cephalometric prediction to gradual yaw correction. Optimal yaw correction is determined visually, and an intermediate splint is fabricated with computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing. Application of positioning devices and the performance of horseshoe osteotomy are advisable. With this procedure, accurate repositioning of jaws was confirmed and patients obtained fairly good facial contour. This procedure is a promising method for a widespread, predictable treatment of facial asymmetry.