Custom 3D-Printed guide aims to improve jaw fracture repair

NCT ID NCT07153354

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether using a 3D-printed surgical guide and pre-bent metal plates can make jaw fracture surgery more accurate than the standard approach. Twenty adults with a specific type of jaw fracture will be randomly assigned to either the new precision method or the usual surgery. The main goal is to see if the new technique leads to better bone alignment and fewer complications like bite problems or nerve damage.

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Active substance

patient-specific screw holes locating surgical guide and pre-bent plates

What this could lead to

If successful, this could make jaw fracture surgery more precise, reducing complications like misalignment and nerve injury.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early study with only 20 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. The technology may not improve outcomes enough to justify the extra cost and planning time.

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