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Digital Diagnostics and Treatment Planning for Orthognathic Surgery.

Joyce Tin Wing Li¹, Yiu Yan Leung¹

¹Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.

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Summary

Virtual surgical planning (VSP) revolutionizes orthognathic surgery by using 3D imaging and simulations for enhanced accuracy and patient outcomes. This digital approach optimizes functional and aesthetic results, marking a significant advancement in surgical practice.

Keywords:

3D printing dentofacial deformity digital workflow orthognathic surgery patient‐specific implant virtual surgical planning

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Area of Science:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Digital Dentistry
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Orthognathic surgery has evolved from traditional 2D radiography and manual model surgery.
The integration of digital technologies has introduced modern virtual surgical planning (VSP).

Purpose of the Study:

To contrast traditional orthognathic surgery methods with virtual surgical planning (VSP).
To highlight the transformative impact of VSP in contemporary orthognathic practice.

Main Methods:

This narrative review compares conventional techniques with VSP.
VSP utilizes 3D imaging, computer-aided simulations, and 3D-printed surgical guides.

Main Results:

VSP improves skeletal repositioning accuracy and reduces intraoperative uncertainty via virtual rehearsals.
VSP enhances interdisciplinary collaboration and provides realistic outcome visualizations for patients.
VSP optimizes both functional and aesthetic outcomes in orthognathic surgery.

Conclusions:

Virtual surgical planning significantly enhances the efficacy and accuracy of orthognathic surgery.
VSP leads to improved surgical outcomes and increased patient satisfaction.
VSP represents a pivotal advancement, driving further breakthroughs in orthognathic surgery.