Expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (e-PTFE) has been used successfully as a membrane
barrier for regeneration procedures. However, when exposed to the oral cavity, its high …

Use of alloplastic materials in facial bone reconstruc-tion is still controversial. Medpor
porous polyethylene is a relatively new implant material that is well suited for this purpose …

This paper describes a technique of using Medpor porous high-density polyethylene
implants for nasal reconstruction and chin augmentation. This biocompatible material has …

Porous implants having interconnecting channels allow ingrowth of host connective tissue.
Complete implant vascularization reduces the risk of infection, extrusion, and other …

The aim of this paper was to determine the utility of high density porous polyethylene
implants (HDPE) in a variety of facial skeletal deformities. Sixteen patients (age range 14–28 …

This study examined in vitro the existence of microbial leakage along the components of the
Brånemark® implant system. Thirty‐two implant/abutment assemblies were installed in a …

Objective To study the influence of perfluoro-alkylsiloxane (PA) surface modification of
silicone rubber voice prostheses on biofouling. Design Placebo-controlled clinical trial …

Purpose Often used in facial and ocular reconstruction, biointegratable materials, such as
hydroxyapatite and high density porous polyethylene, can be associated with migration …

The infection rate of implant sites bearing porous and dense implants was studied in mice. In
the first model (acute infection) the mice were injected with Staphylococcus aureus …

Objective: To develop an ideal supportive packing material for ossiculoplasty,
tympanoplasty, or other otologic procedures. Materials and Methods: Several materials …