Reconstructive surgery

Several modern techniques are employed in reconstructive surgery for head and neck disorders, with the goal of restoring function as well as aesthetics. This includes:

• Flap surgery: Involves transferring tissue from another part of the body (such as skin, muscle, or bone) to the afflicted area in order to restore structure and function. This procedure is commonly utilized following tumor removal or damage.
• Free Tissue Transfer: The process of transferring tissue from a donor place (such as the thigh, belly, or forearm) to the head and neck. This enables the restoration of greater flaws, improving both form and function.
• Microvascular surgery : It is a specialist procedure that involves reconnecting microscopic blood vessels under a microscope to improve blood flow to transplanted tissue. It is often utilized in free tissue transfer to guarantee appropriate recovery.
• Bone Reconstruction: When bone loss occurs due to tumor removal or damage, bone grafts or prosthesis are utilized to restore facial bone structure and allow for normal function such as chewing and speaking.
• Prosthetic Reconstruction: When surgery alone does not restore look, custom-designed prosthetic devices are utilized to replace lost facial or neck features. These prostheses increase the patient’s appearance as well as function.