Professor Mogamat Rushdie Hendricks
| Optimization of Function and Aesthetics on Reconstructing Post-surgical Defects (Tumors) using Transport Distraction Osteogenesis – Session 4 |
May 3 @ 15:10 – 16:10 IST
Professor Mogamat Rushdie Hendricks
A Visionary in Maxillofacial and Reconstructive Surgery
Professor Mogamat Rushdie Hendricks is a distinguished maxillofacial and oral surgeon with over 40 years of experience in clinical practice, research, and academia. He is an Adjunct Professor in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and a globally recognized innovator in surgical techniques for maxillofacial reconstruction, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and head and neck oncology.
A pioneer in his field, Prof. Hendricks completed his PhD at UCT, where his groundbreaking work on curvilinear transport distraction osteogenesis revolutionized the reconstruction of extensive post-maxillectomy defects. His research has led to patented medical devices, including a tongue suspension implant for OSA, which has received international recognition. His contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including a Fellowship of the Royal Society of South Africa and his recent election as a councilor to the Royal Society of South Africa (2025-2026).
Beyond his research, Prof. Hendricks is a dedicated educator, having mentored countless undergraduate and postgraduate students worldwide. He is an international course faculty member for the AO Foundation, instructing in advanced surgical techniques. His commitment to education, innovation, and community service—including pro bono surgical care for underserved populations—has cemented his legacy in maxillofacial surgery.
About the Lecture:
Bone has a significant capacity for repair and regeneration following injury or surgery, involving complex interactions between cells, growth factors, and the extracellular matrix. Repair restores tissue continuity without increasing bone volume, while regeneration generates new bone, increasing skeletal tissue volume.
Distraction Osteogenesis( DO) is a controlled surgical technique that uses mechanical strain to stimulate bone regeneration. It is used to treat post-surgical defects, non-healing fractures, osteomyelitis, alveolar bone loss, and congenital skeletal deformities. Maxillo-mandibular defects resulting from tumor resection present profound challenges in both function and aesthetics, especially in the post-chemo-irradiation phase.
Traditional reconstructive techniques, such as revascularized free fibula flaps (RFFF), remain the gold standard but have limitations, particularly in replicating the natural curvature of the mandible, maxilla and palatal vault. The advent of Curvilinear Transport Distraction Osteogenesis (CTDO) has revolutionized Maxillo-mandibular reconstruction by enabling controlled bone regeneration along a curved trajectory, restoring both form and function.
CTDO builds on the principles of DO but innovates through tetrafocal distraction and hybridized transport disk technology. This technique overcomes challenges posed by traditional RFFF, including poor alveolar height, compromised vestibular depth, and inadequate peri-implant support. By eliminating the “rubber band effect,” which previously restricted bone regeneration to linear paths, CTDO ensures predictable and stable outcomes. Clinical and radiological evaluations confirm that this approach provides a reliable alternative for complex maxilla-mandibular reconstructions, yielding high-quality bone with adequate density for implant placement. This presentation will highlight the biological basis, surgical methodology, and clinical outcomes of CTDO, demonstrating its superiority over conventional techniques. By integrating biomechanics, regenerative principles, and advanced surgical engineering, CTDO enhances patient outcomes and expands the reconstructive possibilities in oral and maxillofacial surgery, improving the quality of life for patients requiring extensive Maxillo-mandibular rehabilitation.