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Lauren C M Bulthuis1, Jean-Pierre T F Ho1,2,3, Petra C M Zuurbier4
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Journal of Personalized Medicine
|February 26, 2026
Summary
Accurate temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement requires precise implant positioning. New marker-based navigation and guiding screws enhance surgical accuracy, potentially improving outcomes in TMJ replacement procedures.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Surgical Navigation
Background:
- Precise implant positioning is critical in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement surgery.
- Challenges exist in accurately placing guides and implants on smooth bone surfaces, potentially leading to adverse outcomes.
- Intraoperative navigation systems offer potential for verifying implant alignment but have limited application in TMJ replacement.
