Open AccessComputer‐assisted planning with 3D printing for mandibular reconstruction caused by a mandibular fracture with secondary osteomyelitis: A Case Report
Author(s) -
Barreda Hale Mauricio,
RomeroAraya Pablo,
Cea Herrera Macarena,
Espinoza Daniela,
Castro Nicolas,
Castro Joaquín,
Serandour Guillaume
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.4410
Subject(s) - medicine , osteomyelitis , ideal (ethics) , 3d printing , mandibular fracture , orthodontics , surgical planning , dentistry , surgery , engineering , oral and maxillofacial surgery , mechanical engineering , philosophy , epistemology
Abstract Mandibular reconstructions are complex clinical pictures that require careful planning for functional and aesthetic outcomes. Virtual surgical planning and 3D printing are ideal to achieve a predictable result. Through “hybrid techniques” (prebending plates with 3D‐models) and free software, this goal is within reach for clinics with limited financial resources.