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The Application of Rapid Prototyping Technique in Chin Augmentation

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Abstract

Background

This article discusses the application of computer-aided design and rapid prototyping techniques in prosthetic chin augmentation for mild microgenia.

Methods

Nine cases of mild microgenia underwent an electrobeam computer tomography scan. Then we performed three-dimensional reconstruction and operative design using computer software. According to the design, we determined the shape and size of the prostheses and made an individualized prosthesis for each chin augmentation with the rapid prototyping technique.

Results

With the application of computer-aided design and a rapid prototyping technique, we could determine the shape, size, and embedding location accurately. Prefabricating the individual prosthesis model is useful in improving the accuracy of treatment. In the nine cases of mild microgenia, three received a silicone implant, four received an ePTFE implant, and two received a Medpor implant. All patients were satisfied with the results. During follow-up at 6–12 months, all patients remained satisfied.

Conclusion

The application of computer-aided design and rapid prototyping techniques can offer surgeons the ability to design an individualized ideal prosthesis for each patient.

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  1. Department of Traumatic and Aesthetic Surgery, Huangsi Aesthetic Surgery Hospital, No. 9 Anwai Huangsi Street, Beijing, 100120, China

    Min Li & Yongchen Xu

  2. Department of Surgery, Unit 2, South Building, PLA General Hospital, No. 28 Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853, China

    Xin Lin

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Li, M., Lin, X. & Xu, Y. The Application of Rapid Prototyping Technique in Chin Augmentation. Aesth Plast Surg 34, 172–178 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-009-9397-x

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