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Bioprinting Techniques for Creating Patient-specific Implants in Treating Craniofacial Disorders-A Systematic Review
Vinod Babu Mathew1, Shaheen Shamsuddin2, Shan Sainudeen1
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, 61471 Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Annali Italiani Di Chirurgia
|May 15, 2026
Summary
Bioprinting effectively creates patient-specific implants for craniofacial disorders, showing high success and satisfaction rates. Further multicentric studies are recommended to confirm long-term outcomes of these advanced regenerative medicine techniques.
Area of Science:
- Regenerative Medicine
- Biotechnology
- Craniofacial Surgery
Background:
- Craniofacial disorders necessitate personalized treatments.
- Bioprinting offers promising patient-specific implant solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review bioprinting methods for patient-specific craniofacial implants.
- To evaluate their impact on patient outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search across major databases up to July 2024.
- Systematic screening of 312 studies, with 7 meeting inclusion criteria.
- Categorization of studies based on bioprinting applications and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Bioprinting techniques demonstrate high efficacy and feasibility for craniofacial reconstruction.
- Five of seven studies reported 100% success rates.
- Low complication rates (<5%) and high patient satisfaction (>90%) were observed.
Conclusions:
- Bioprinting efficiently produces custom implants for craniofacial disabilities.
- Promising results indicate bioprinting as a successful treatment option.
- Further multicentric, prospective studies are needed to validate long-term outcomes.
