West China Journal of Stomatology ›› 2023, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (5): 491-501.doi: 10.7518/hxkq.2023.2023152

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From “Empirical Surgery” to “Precision Surgery”: establishment and clinical application of precision orthognathic surgery system

Wang Xudong(), Wei Hongpu, Li Biao.   

  1. Dept. of Oral and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine & College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology & Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai 200011, China
  • Received:2023-05-20 Revised:2023-08-08 Online:2023-10-01 Published:2023-10-08
  • Contact: Wang Xudong E-mail:xudongwang70@hotmail.com
  • Supported by:
    The National Natural Science Foundation of China(82071096);Program of Shanghai Academic/Techno-logy Research Leader(20XD1433100);The Interdisciplinary Program of Shanghai Jiao Tong University(YG2022ZD-014)

Abstract:

Orthognathic surgery, which involve osteotomy and repositioning of the maxillomandibular complex, has recently emerged as a crucial method of correcting dentofacial deformities. The optimal placement of the maxillomandibular complex holds utmost significance during orthognathic surgery because it directly affects the surgical outcome. To accurately achieve the ideal position of the maxillomandibular complex, with the rapid advancements in digital surgery and 3D-printing technology, orthognathic surgery has entered an era of “Precision Surgery” from the pervious “Empirical Surgery.” This article provides comprehensive insights into our extensive research and exploration of the treatment modality known as “precision orthognathic surgery” over the years. We also present the technical system and application in“Ortho+X” treatment modality to offer valuable references and assistance to our colleagues in the field.

Key words: precision orthognathic surgery, dentofacial deformities, virtual surgical plan, 3D-printed osteotomy guide, 3D-printed patient-specific implants

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