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Mandibular Reconstruction Using a Custom-Made Titanium Prosthesis: A Case Report on the Use of Virtual Surgical
Andrew Ow1, Winston Tan1, Lukasz Pienkowski2
1Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Jurong Health Services, Singapore, Singapore.
Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction
|August 13, 2016
Summary
Virtual surgical planning and computer-aided design/manufacturing enhance custom titanium prosthesis for mandibular defects. Careful case selection is crucial for successful application of this technology.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
Background:
- Reconstructing mandibular continuity defects presents significant challenges.
- Virtual surgical planning (VSP) and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) offer advanced solutions.
Observation:
- This case report details the application of VSP and CAD/CAM for a segmental mandibular defect.
- A custom-made titanium prosthesis was designed and fabricated using this technology.
Findings:
- The VSP and CAD/CAM approach facilitated precise planning and fabrication of the custom titanium prosthesis.
- Successful restoration of the segmental mandibular defect was achieved in this case.
Implications:
- This technology shows promise for complex mandibular reconstructions.
- Further research is needed to define the limitations and optimize case selection for VSP and CAD/CAM in mandibular defect reconstruction.
