Abstract

Patient-specific implants (PSIs) are now allowing us to set new standards in challenging cases of full-mouth rehabilitation and mandibular reconstruction. In this lecture, Prof. Hesham El-Hawary presents a fully digital workflow—beginning with imaging and virtual planning to 3D-printed execution—displayed through real clinical cases. Attendees will gain insights into principles of digital design with surgical integration, and the advantages of customized vs standard solutions in complex oral and maxillofacial procedures. Understand the clinical indications for using patient-specific implants in full-mouth rehabilitation and mandibular reconstruction.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the clinical indications for using patient-specific implants in full-mouth rehabilitation and mandibular reconstruction.
• Describe the end-to-end digital workflow, from data acquisition and virtual planning to PSI design, manufacturing, and surgical application.
• Evaluate the advantages and limitations of PSIs compared to conventional reconstructive approaches and modifications to standard PSI designs
• Interpret clinical case examples that demonstrate successful application of digital PSIs and Patient specific mandibles in complex maxillofacial cases.
• Identify common pitfalls and troubleshooting strategies during the digital planning and intraoperative phases of PSI-assisted surgery.