Review of Plastic Surgery Biomaterials and Current Progress in Their 3D Manufacturing Technology

Abstract

Plastic surgery is a broad field, including maxillofacial surgery, skin flaps and grafts, liposuction and body contouring, breast surgery, and facial cosmetic procedures. Due to the requirements of plastic surgery for the biological safety of materials, biomaterials are widely used because of its superior biocompatibility and biodegradability. Currently, there are many kinds of biomaterials clinically used in plastic surgery and their applications are diverse. Moreover, with the rise of three-dimensional printing technology in recent years, the macroscopically more precise and personalized bio-scaffolding materials with microporous structure have made good progress, which is thought to bring new development to biomaterials. Therefore, in this paper, we reviewed the plastic surgery biomaterials and current progress in their 3D manufacturing technology.

Investigating Immunomodulatory Biomaterials for Preventing the Foreign Body Response

“…In the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery and skin regeneration, a wide array of biomaterials finds application in reconstructive procedures [26]. Peng et al conducted a comprehensive review encompassing various biomaterials utilized in plastic and reconstructive surgery.…”

“…Among these materials, natural biomaterials comprise components such as animal-derived proteins, decellularized tissues, collagen, and hyaluronic acid. While natural biomaterials tend to evoke a minimal FBR, their practical application may be limited in scope or accompanied by high costs [26].…”

Analysis of Poly(methyl methacrylate) Hydrogel Intradermal Irritation Test

“…[22,23] As poly(methyl methacrylate) continues to play a significant role in clinical plastic surgery, it is essential to stay abreast of advancements in testing methodologies and safety assessments. [24,25] This approach ensures that the benefits of using this hydrogel in medical applications are maximized, while potential risks are minimized to guarantee the highest standards of patient safety and well-being.…”

Natural rubber latex films with effective growth inhibition against S. aureus via surface conjugated gentamicin

“…are very few external uses. 12,13 Many of these macromolecules also find their uses in surgical, 14,15 orthopedic, 16 vascular and cardiac implants, 17,18 reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, 19,20 ophthalmology, 21 neurosurgery, 22,23 and dentistry. 24,25 Biomedical device surfaces are always prone to attack by different kinds of microorganisms and antimicrobial resistance is considered a basic necessity these days [24][25][26] for extending the span of usage with minimized risk.…”