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Three-Dimensional Printed Facial Models in Rhinoplasty.
Tristan Klosterman1, Thomas Romo2
1Head and Neck Institute, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York.
Facial Plastic Surgery : FPS
|February 22, 2018
Summary
Novel 3D printing technology creates life-size patient models for rhinoplasty. This innovation enhances patient evaluation and surgical planning, receiving positive feedback from both patients and surgeons.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Medical Technology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Digital patient photography and morphing software are established tools in rhinoplasty.
- Advancements in imaging and fabrication technologies are continually sought to improve surgical outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate a novel technology utilizing 3D photography and printing for rhinoplasty.
- To assess the utility of life-size 3D printed models in patient evaluation and surgical treatment planning.
Main Methods:
- Development of a workflow integrating 3D photography and 3D printing to create patient-specific models.
- Conducting surveys to gauge patient satisfaction and perception of the 3D models.
- Gathering preliminary feedback from surgeons on the intraoperative application of the models.
Main Results:
- Patient surveys yielded universally positive responses regarding the 3D models.
- Surgeons reported beneficial experiences using the 3D models during intraoperative procedures.
- The technology demonstrated potential for enhancing rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery.
Conclusions:
- 3D photography and printing offer a promising new modality for rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery.
- Life-size 3D models facilitate improved patient-surgeon communication and treatment planning.
- This technology shows significant potential for enhancing surgical precision and patient satisfaction.
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