Abstract
The head and neck are commonly affected in gunshot injuries and this can cause functional and esthetic defects in the maxillofacial region. Mandibular discontinuity is an important esthetic and functional problem and its reconstruction represents a huge challenge. The opening, closing, lateral and protrusive movements of the mouth are diminished and malocclusion can occur. The purpose is to report a clinical case of a 44 years man who had an immediate loaded implant-supported prosthesis after six months of mandibular reconstruction with free iliac bone grafting of a greatmandibular defect caused by gun shot. Autogenous bone grafting is the most predictable treatment from the available reconstruction options for mandibular bone defects. Reconstructed patients can achieve good results with dental implants and implant-supported prostheses with immediate loading. This treatment can promote better masticatory function, improving the nutrition capacity, facial symmetry, muscular equilibrium, better diction and quality of life.
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