Current trends and innovations in oral and maxillofacial surgery

Giovanni Salzano; Francesco Maffia; Giovanni Dell’Aversana Orabona

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Current trends and innovations in oral and maxillofacial surgery

Giovanni Salzano , Francesco Maffia and Giovanni Dell’Aversana Orabona

Published/Copyright: May 22, 2025

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From the journal Journal of Basic and Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology Volume 36 Issue 2-3

Abstract

Objectives

This manuscript reviews advancements in oral and maxillofacial surgery, encompassing minimally invasive techniques, innovations in implant dentistry, regenerative medicine, innovations in temporomandibular joint, and novel methodologies in salivary gland surgery.

Methods

A comprehensive analysis of recent developments in the field is presented, focusing on the integration of new technologies and biological therapies. Emphasis is placed on minimally invasive procedures, virtual surgical planning with CAD/CAM and 3D printing, implant design and placement innovations, and regenerative approaches.

Results

Minimally invasive procedures, often employing endoscopic or robotic assistance, reduce surgical morbidity and accelerate patient recovery. Virtual surgical planning and 3D printing enhance pre-surgical accuracy. Innovations in implant design, surface modification, and guided surgery improve prosthetic outcomes. Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, including the use of growth factors and stem cells, offer new options for tissue restoration. In temporomandibular joint disorders, these strategies aim to improve function and reduce reliance on arthroplasty. The use of superficial dermal substitutes in salivary gland surgery reduces complications such as Frey syndrome.

Conclusions

These advancements reflect a paradigm shift in oral and maxillofacial surgery, enhancing patient care and expanding the field’s potential through precision, biologically based therapies, and less invasive approaches

Keywords: maxillofacial surgery; technological innovation; virtual surgical planning

Corresponding author: Francesco Maffia, Department of Neurosciences, Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80138 Naples, Italy, E-mail: francesco.maffia@gmail.com

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Received: 2025-03-06

Accepted: 2025-04-23

Published Online: 2025-05-22

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