Bone Harvesting Techniques from Extraoral Donor Sites for Maxillofacial Nonvascular Bone Grafting

This chapter provides a detailed overview of harvesting techniques from extraoral donor sites for intraoral bone grafting. It discusses the technical steps, anatomical landmarks, and specific considerations for harvesting from the anterior and posterior iliac crests, calvaria, tibia, and rib as donor sites. Each site is evaluated in terms of technical considerations, accessibility, bone volume, and graft quality, with a focus on optimizing outcomes for intraoral reconstruction. Additionally, the chapter addresses potential complications, including donor site morbidity, nerve injury, infection, and hematoma, along with evidence-based strategies for their prevention and management.