The success of any virtual surgical plan depends on the accurate transfer of that plan into the operating room. This is achieved through the use of custom-made, 3D-printed orthognathic splints and guides. These CAD/CAM-manufactured tools are designed within the virtual environment to lock the jaws into the exact planned maxillomandibular relationship
By using bespoke surgical guides, surgeons can significantly reduce the risk of manual errors associated with traditional acrylic splints, leading to more predictable outcomes in corrected dental occlusion and facial harmony
Gaber, S., et al. (2017). Protocol for the assessment of accuracy in virtual planning for orthognathic surgery.
Stokbro, K., et al. (2016). Surgical accuracy of three-dimensional virtual planning: a pilot study. International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 45(1), 8-18.