Title : Bioengineered soft tissues in maxillofacial surgery: Bridging regeneration and aesthetics
Abstract:
The integration of regenerative medicine with surgical practice is transforming the landscape of maxillofacial reconstruction. This presentation explores the emerging role of bioengineered soft tissues in facial surgery, where functional restoration intersects with aesthetic refinement. Advances in biomaterials, 3D bioprinting, and stem cell–based therapies are enabling personalized solutions for soft tissue augmentation, scar modulation, and dynamic facial contouring. Through case-based discussions and clinical evidence, this talk will highlight novel approaches using scaffold-based tissue regeneration, platelet-rich derivatives, and injectable matrices in the repair of congenital, traumatic, and post-oncologic defects. Special focus will be placed on how these regenerative strategies are reshaping surgical protocols, improving patient outcomes, and minimizing morbidity. As surgical innovation evolves toward biologically active, minimally invasive techniques, understanding the synergy between tissue engineering and operative planning becomes essential. This session aims to equip surgeons with forward-thinking insights into the future of maxillofacial soft tissue regeneration—where precision, biology, and aesthetics converge.
