The use of titanium mesh for the reconstruction of defects of the anterior wall of the frontal sinus.

摘要

To the Editor: The reconstruction of frontal bony defects may be a challenging procedure because the restoration of both functional integrity and aesthetics is crucial in the frontal sinus area. Treatment of comminuted fractures of the anterior wall of the frontal sinus often represents a problem. Several operative techniques and autogenous, allogenic, and implant biomaterials have been extensively used to reconstruct craniofacial bony defects.The use of titanium mesh allows to restore great bony loss, being easy to shape and size but together sufficiently rigid to prevent sagging or displacement.We present a case that was treated by titanium mesh to restore frontal sinus contour.