Table 2 Summary of the specific 3D-printing techniques used in the studies included in our systematic review
From: Comparing the use of conventional and three-dimensional printing (3DP) in mandibular reconstruction
First author, year, country | Title | CAD/CAM techniques used |
|---|---|---|
Ayoub, 2014, Germany [26] | Evaluation of computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction with vascularized iliac crest bone graft compared to conventional surgery: a randomized prospective clinical trial | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates 3D printed cutting/resection guide |
Azuma, 2014, Japan [27] | Mandibular reconstruction using plates prebent to fit rapid prototyping 3-dimensional printing models ameliorates contour deformity | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Bartier, 2021, France [38] | Computer-assisted versus traditional technique in fibular free-flap mandibular reconstruction: a CT symmetry study | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates 3D printed cutting/resection guide |
Ciocca, 2014, Italy [28] | Accuracy of fibular sectioning and insertion into a rapid-prototyped bone plate, for mandibular reconstruction using CAD-CAM technology | 3D printed cutting/resection guides Customised patient-specific 3D printed reconstruction plates |
De Farias, 2014, Brazil [24] | Use of prototyping in preoperative planning for patients with head and neck tumors | 3D model used for preoperative ‘dry run’ surgery 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
De Maesschalck, 2017, Switzerland [29] | Computer-assisted versus traditional freehand technique in fibular free flap mandibular reconstruction: a morphological comparative study | 3D printed cutting/resection guides Customised patient-specific 3D printed reconstruction plates |
Gil, 2014, Spain [45] | Surgical planning and microvascular reconstruction of the mandible with a fibular flap using computer-aided design, rapid prototype modelling, and precontoured titanium reconstruction plates: a prospective study | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates 3D printed cutting/resection guides |
King, 2018, United States of America [25] | On-site 3-dimensional printing and preoperative adaptation decrease operative time for mandibular fracture repair | 3D model used for preoperative ‘dry run’ surgery 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Liu, 2014, China [48] | Technical procedures for template-guided surgery for mandibular reconstruction based on digital design and manufacturing | 3D model used for preoperative ‘dry run’ surgery 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Mahendru, 2020, India [46] | CAD-CAM vs. conventional technique for mandibular reconstruction with free fibula flap: a comparison of outcomes | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates 3D printed cutting/resection guides |
Modabber, 2012, Germany [41] | Computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction with vascularized iliac crest bone graft | 3D printed cutting/resection guides |
Modabber, 2012, Germany [50] | Evaluation of computer-assisted jaw reconstruction with free vascularized fibular flap compared to conventional surgery: a clinical pilot study | 3D printed cutting/resection guides 3D model used as a back up for graft shaping |
Naros, 2018, Germany [51] | Three-dimensional accuracy of mandibular reconstruction by patient-specific pre-bent reconstruction plates using an “in-house” 3D-printer | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Ramanathan, 2020, India [40] | 3D planning in mandibular fractures using CAD/CAM surgical splints—a prospective randomized controlled clinical trial | Patient-specific 3D printed occlusal splints |
Tarsitano, 2016, Italy [43] | Is a computer-assisted design and computer-assisted manufacturing method for mandibular reconstruction economically viable? | 3D printed cutting/resection guide Customised patient-specific 3D printed reconstruction plates |
Tarsitano, 2016, Italy [39] | Morphological results of customized microvascular mandibular reconstruction: a comparative study | 3D printed cutting/resection guide Customised patient-specific 3D printed reconstruction plates |
Wurm, 2019, Germany [52] | The fitting accuracy of pre-bend reconstruction plates and their impact on the temporomandibular joint | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Yang, 2021, China [49] | Three-dimensionally printed patient-specific surgical plates increase accuracy of oncologic head and neck reconstruction versus conventional surgical plates: a comparative study | 3D printed cutting/resection guide Customised patient-specific 3D printed reconstruction plates |
Zhang, 2011, China [47] | Application of rapid prototyping for temporomandibular joint reconstruction | 3D model used for preoperative ‘dry run’ surgery 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates |
Zhang, 2016, China [53] | Improving the accuracy of mandibular reconstruction with vascularized iliac crest flap: role of computer-assisted techniques | 3D model used to preoperatively contour titanium plates 3D printed cutting/resection guides |