3D Cranial Vault Reconstruction

Craniosynostosis causes severe abnormalities in the shape of the growing skull causing inhibition of growth perpendicular to the affected growth plate (suture).  To create room for the growing brain, relieve pressure, and restore the normal anatomy, the affected portions of the skull must be removed and remodeled.  Typically is done by cutting, molding , and repositioning the cranial bones im a way to mimic the normal anatomy. 

The latest advances in 3D imaging and simulation now afford surgeons the ability to create precise (within 1mm) reconstructions that remove many possibilities of surgeon error and also reduce the effective operating time and anesthesia required.  Dr. Bastidas has pioneered using 3D  CAD/CAM technology to source the bone for the forehead reconstruction from the back of the head.  Using bone from the back part of the head allow for almost perfect recreation of the normal anatomy using virtual models simulated from like age infants.    Dr. Bastidas constantly pushes the envelope to incorporate the latest in technology and offer the best outcomes for your infant child.