Chin surgery showdown: 3D printed vs milled plates – which fits better?
NCT ID NCT07344441
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will compare the accuracy of 3D printed titanium plates versus 3D milled titanium plates used in chin surgery (genioplasty). Twenty-six patients needing jaw realignment surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one type of plate. The goal is to see which manufacturing method produces a more precise fit, measured by comparing virtual surgical plans with actual post-surgery CT scans.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 3D printed patient specific titanium plates (compared to 3D milled patient specific titanium plates)
- What this could lead to
- If 3D printed plates prove more accurate, they could become the preferred option for chin surgery, leading to better fit and fewer adjustments.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study focuses on manufacturing accuracy, not long-term patient outcomes.
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