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Clinical Evaluation of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Titanium Implants for Facial Reconstruction. (3DFACE)

2026年6月11日 更新者：Tishreen University

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Titanium Facial Implants in the Reconstruction and Aesthetic Correction of Facial Defects: A Clinical Study

This clinical study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of patient-specific 3D-printed titanium facial implants in the reconstruction and aesthetic correction of facial defects. The study will include patients presenting with congenital, traumatic, or post-surgical facial deformities requiring reconstructive intervention.

Eligible participants will undergo preoperative clinical assessment and radiological imaging to design customized implants using computer-aided design (CAD) and 3D printing technology. The implants will be fabricated from medical-grade titanium and surgically placed according to standardized maxillofacial reconstructive protocols.

Postoperative follow-up will assess functional outcomes, implant stability, complication rates, and aesthetic improvement over a defined observation period. Outcome evaluation will include clinical examination and patient-reported satisfaction measures.

The objective of this study is to determine whether patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implants provide reliable functional restoration and improved aesthetic outcomes in facial reconstruction compared to conventional reconstructive techniques.

研究概览

地位

招聘中

条件

干预/治疗

详细说明

Background:

Facial bone defects and contour deformities may result from congenital anomalies, trauma, tumor resection, cystic lesions, or developmental deficiencies. Conventional reconstructive techniques often rely on standard implants or intraoperative modification of grafts, which may not provide optimal anatomical adaptation or aesthetic outcomes.

Recent advances in three-dimensional (3D) imaging, computer-aided design (CAD), and additive manufacturing technologies have enabled the production of patient-specific titanium implants tailored to the unique anatomy of individual patients. These implants may improve surgical precision, reduce operative time, enhance facial symmetry, and provide more predictable functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Objective:

This clinical study aims to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and clinical performance of patient-specific 3D-printed titanium facial implants in the reconstruction and aesthetic correction of facial defects.

Methods:

Eligible adult patients presenting with facial bone defects, facial asymmetry, congenital deformities, post-traumatic defects, or aesthetic indications requiring customized facial augmentation will undergo preoperative imaging using computed tomography (CT). Patient-specific titanium implants will be designed using computer-aided design software and manufactured using 3D-printing technology.

Clinical evaluation will include assessment of implant fit accuracy, facial symmetry, aesthetic outcomes, postoperative complications, patient satisfaction, and overall treatment success. Follow-up assessments will be performed at regular intervals for up to 12 months after surgery.

Expected Outcomes:

The study is expected to demonstrate that patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implants provide accurate anatomical reconstruction, improved facial aesthetics, high patient satisfaction, and acceptable safety profiles when used for facial reconstruction and contour correction.

研究类型

介入性

注册 (估计的)

30

阶段

  • 不适用

联系人和位置

本节提供了进行研究的人员的详细联系信息，以及有关进行该研究的地点的信息。

学习联系方式

学习地点

参与标准

研究人员寻找符合特定描述的人，称为资格标准。这些标准的一些例子是一个人的一般健康状况或先前的治疗。

资格标准

适合学习的年龄

  • 成人

接受健康志愿者

不

描述

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age 18 years or older.
  • Presence of facial bone defects resulting from cystic or tumoral osteolytic lesions.
  • Acquired or congenital facial deformities associated with bony defects or facial asymmetry.
  • Patients requiring patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implants for maxillofacial reconstruction.
  • Aesthetic indications requiring custom facial implant design, including microgenia (chin retrusion).
  • Ability to provide written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Active pathological lesions at the time of enrollment.
  • Age below 18 years.
  • History of radiotherapy within 12 months prior to enrollment.
  • Chronic untreated vitamin D deficiency.
  • Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.
  • Inability or unwillingness to comply with follow-up requirements.

学习计划

本节提供研究计划的详细信息，包括研究的设计方式和研究的衡量标准。

研究是如何设计的？

设计细节

  • 主要用途：治疗
  • 分配：不适用
  • 介入模型：单组作业
  • 屏蔽：无（打开标签）

武器和干预

参与者组/臂
干预/治疗
实验性的：Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Titanium Implant Reconstruction Group

Participants in this study will undergo reconstruction of facial defects using patient-specific three-dimensional (3D)-printed titanium implants. Preoperative planning will be performed using clinical assessment and high-resolution radiographic imaging to design customized implants tailored to each patient's anatomical defect. The implants will be fabricated from medical-grade titanium using additive manufacturing technology.

Surgical reconstruction will be performed under standard maxillofacial surgical protocols. The customized titanium implants will be positioned and fixed to restore both functional integrity and facial aesthetics. Postoperative follow-up will include clinical evaluation, radiographic assessment, and monitoring for complications, implant stability, and aesthetic outcomes over the defined study period.
程序：Patient-specific titanium implants for facial reconstruction

Patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implants will be used for reconstruction of facial bone defects and correction of facial deformities. Each implant will be individually designed based on high-resolution computed tomography (CT) imaging and three-dimensional virtual surgical planning (VSP) using computer-aided design (CAD) software to accurately match the patient's anatomical defect.

The implants will be manufactured from medical-grade titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) using selective laser melting (SLM) additive manufacturing technology. Post-processing will include surface finishing and sterilization prior to surgical use.

Surgical placement will be performed under general anesthesia following standard maxillofacial surgical protocols. The customized implants will be fixed to the native bone using titanium fixation screws when required to restore facial contour, structural support, and symmetry.

Postoperative follow-up will include clinical and radiological assessment using CT imaging t

研究衡量的是什么？

主要结果指标

结果测量
措施说明
大体时间
Postoperative Complication Rate
大体时间：From surgery up to 6 months postoperatively
Assessment of postoperative complications following reconstruction with patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implants. Complications include infection, implant exposure, implant failure, or the need for revision surgery. Each patient will be assigned a binary score: 0 = no postoperative complication and 1 = presence of one or more postoperative complications. The outcome will be evaluated and recorded by the treating surgeon during the follow-up period. Higher values indicate a greater complication rate.
From surgery up to 6 months postoperatively
Outcome Measure Title: Implant Geometric Accuracy Assessed by 3D Deviation Analysis
大体时间：Immediately after laser-based 3D printing of the implant and before surgical implantation.
Assessment of the geometric accuracy of the patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implant by performing three-dimensional scanning of the manufactured implant and comparing it with the original digital design using 3D deviation analysis software. Accuracy will be quantified as the root mean square (RMS) deviation between the scanned implant and the planned digital model. Lower deviation values indicate higher manufacturing accuracy.
Immediately after laser-based 3D printing of the implant and before surgical implantation.
Aesthetic Improvement Score
大体时间：3 months after surgery
Assessment of facial symmetry following reconstruction using a standardized 5-point facial symmetry scale evaluated by an independent plastic surgeon. Scores range from 1 (severe asymmetry) to 5 (excellent symmetry). Higher scores indicate better aesthetic outcomes.
3 months after surgery

次要结果测量

结果测量
措施说明
大体时间
Total Operative Time (Minutes)
大体时间：During surgery
Assessment of the total duration of the surgical procedure, measured from skin incision to wound closure and recorded in minutes. Operative time will be compared with historical data from conventional reconstruction techniques. Lower values indicate greater surgical efficiency.
During surgery
Patient Satisfaction Score Using a 10-Point Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
大体时间：3 months after surgery
Assessment of patient satisfaction with the reconstructive outcome using a 10-point Visual Analog Scale (VAS). The scale ranges from 0 to 10, where 0 indicates complete dissatisfaction and 10 indicates complete satisfaction. Higher scores indicate greater patient satisfaction.
3 months after surgery

合作者和调查者

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赞助

Tishreen University

调查人员

  • 学习椅：Basim A Slim、Tishreen University

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研究主要日期

学习开始 (实际的)

2026年4月26日

初级完成 (估计的)

2026年11月1日

研究完成 (估计的)

2026年11月1日

研究注册日期

首次提交

2026年6月5日

首先提交符合 QC 标准的

2026年6月11日

首次发布 (实际的)

2026年6月17日

研究记录更新

最后更新发布 (实际的)

2026年6月17日

上次提交的符合 QC 标准的更新

2026年6月11日

最后验证

2026年6月1日

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其他研究编号

  • latakia-univ-2100
  • 1739 (其他标识符：Scientific Research Council Decision No. 1739)

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