NPAW - Introduction to Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
Speaker
Dr. Chang is a professor and the Director of Maxillofacial Prosthodontics. Before joining the U Penn in 2017, he served as the Dr. Merritt C. Pederson Endowed Chair Professor at the University of Nebraska, Director of the Pre-doctoral Prosthodontics Program at Harvard University, and later as Head of the Maxillofacial Prosthodontic Clinic and Associate Professor at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine. Dedicated to advancing maxillofacial prosthodontics, Dr. Chang specializes in complex reconstructions, integrating innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. His research with leading medical and dental institutions, along with his mentorship of students and faculty, has significantly contributed to advancements in head and neck reconstruction.
Disclosure: Dr. Chang has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Course Description
Maxillofacial reconstruction is rapidly evolving with advanced digital workflows, precision-guided surgery, and patient-specific prosthetic solutions. This lecture will explore innovations in virtual surgical planning, CAD/CAM, and 3D printing for personalized treatment. A key focus will be the Fibula-Jaw-in-a-Day concept, highlighting the integration of surgical reconstruction with immediate dental rehabilitation. Utilizing virtual modeling, and intraoperative navigation, we aim to enhance surgical precision, accelerate treatment timelines, and optimize functional and esthetic outcomes. I will present case studies from Penn that illustrate the impact of these advancements on patient quality of life. This session will also address the challenges associated with emerging technologies, emphasizing the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing patient-centered care.
Educational Objectives
1. Understand Advances in Maxillofacial Reconstruction
Identify the latest innovations in virtual surgical planning, CAD/CAM technology, and 3D printing for personalized maxillofacial treatment.
2. Evaluate the Fibula-Jaw-in-a-Day Concept
Explain the integration of fibular free flap reconstruction with immediate dental rehabilitation and its impact on surgical precision, treatment timelines, and patient outcomes.
3. Assess the Role of Emerging Technologies
Analyze the influence of novel biomaterials, and interdisciplinary collaboration in enhancing patient-centered care and advancing the future of maxillofacial reconstruction.
Contact
PDMContinuingEd@dental.upenn.edu