Virtual surgery for jaw joint replacement put to the test
NCT ID NCT07643259
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether virtual surgical planning can accurately predict the placement of custom-made jaw joint replacements in 8 patients with severe TMJ disorders, jaw defects, or recurrent joint stiffness. Researchers compared the planned position to the actual position after surgery using CT scans. The goal was to see how precise the virtual planning really is.
What this could mean
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Active substance
custom-made temporomandibular joint (TMJ) implant
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve surgical precision for patients needing jaw joint replacement, leading to better outcomes and fewer complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very small study with only 8 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply to everyone. It only measured accuracy, not long-term patient benefits or risks.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Dent for Girls
Cairo, Nasr City, 12345, Egypt