Technical queries of a 3D design custom-made implant made from titanium particles for maxillofacial bone reconstruction. (17th August 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Armencea, G.; Cosma, C.; Dinu, C.; Onisor, F.; Lazar, M.; Berce, P.; Balc, N.; Baciut, M.; Bran, S.
• Is Part Of: Particulate science and technology. Volume 38:Number 6(2020)
• Page Start: 676
• Page End: 684
• Publication Date: 2020-08-17
• Subjects: Titanium particles -- 3D reconstruction -- CAD-CAM -- zygoma implant -- SLM; Particles -- Periodicals; 620.43
• DOI: 10.1080/02726351.2019.1578846
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0272-6351

Abstract

Abstract: Accurate 3D bone reconstruction is one of the most difficult tasks to achieve in maxillo-facial surgery. In the present study, a zygomatic bone defect was reconstructed with a custom made implant fabricated by selective laser melting (SLM) processing from titanium particles. 2 years follow-up revealed diplopia (double vision) resolution, as well as esthetic and functional stabile reconstruction. Technical queries regarding the fabrication process and medical reconstruction are discussed.