The oral and facial cells can develop pathological conditions during a person’s life, categorized into benign and malignant lesions. Benign lesions often originate from dental cells, manifesting as cysts or tumors, most of which are benign. However, malignant tumors can also develop in the oral, jaw, and facial areas, necessitating treatment that might involve the complete removal of the tumor along with the affected hard and soft tissues. In these cases, reconstructing the lost areas with custom-made prostheses is crucial for both functionality and aesthetics.
The main difference between this treatment method and older methods is that these prostheses are precisely designed for each individual, considering their facial structure, details, and future desired form, unlike the generic, one-size-fits-all approach of the past.
Today, advancements in biomedical engineering and modern medical treatment methods allow individuals to achieve their ideal facial appearance. Since each person’s facial and cranial form is unique, the process begins with necessary imaging of the face, analyzed by biomedical engineering specialists. Then, using specialized software, the required components are designed exactly to match the individual’s facial structure. After the design is approved by the surgeon, the components are produced using 3D printers with specific technology and materials, and then, after scientific processes in laboratories, are used by the surgeon in the operating room.
Notably, due to precise calculations and custom design for each individual, the weight and dimensions of each component are designed to perfectly match the person’s anatomy, avoiding any movement limitations or clinical issues.
The benefits of these innovative methods include minimally invasive surgery, reduced surgery and hospitalization time, lower patient costs, fewer complications and surgeries, shorter recovery periods, and increased accuracy and quality of medical services. Achieving maximum symmetry and using specialized Iranian atlases, along with enhanced sterilization of components, are other features of these products.
Subperiosteal implants are dental implants made from a metal framework placed on the bone. Unlike other dental implants, this metal frame (subperiosteal implants) sits on top of the jawbone and under the thin layer of tissue between the bone and gum (periosteum). Subperiosteal dental implants are an alternative to endosteal dental implants for patients who cannot use traditional dentures. Patients who may need subperiosteal dental implants include those with weaker jawbones, long-term denture users, or those with minimal bone height (shallow jawbone unable to support endosteal dental implants).
May require subperiosteal dental implants.
Mandibular prostheses are suitable for patients who lose part of their jawbone due to trauma or tumors. Mandibular prostheses can reinforce the jawline or enhance the body, angle, or ramus to create a more balanced facial appearance. A wide range of patients, including those with natural, defective, or surgically altered anatomy, can benefit from this method.
The temporomandibular joint is one of the most sensitive joints in the human body, playing a vital role in daily activities such as chewing and speaking. This joint functions bilaterally and in coordination, with the dental system also playing a crucial role. Issues with the chewing system and teeth, difficulty opening the mouth, habits like teeth grinding and clenching, bone and joint diseases, and other factors contribute to temporomandibular joint disorders, which can be addressed with specialized prostheses.
In cases of severe eye injuries, trauma, intraocular cancers, and other life-threatening conditions, surgical removal of the eye or damaged orbital bone may be necessary. After treatment or removal of the eye, an orbital implant is placed in the eye socket to restore sufficient volume and recreate the aesthetic appearance of a natural eye.
Cosmetic implants are used to enhance aesthetics and correct abnormalities caused by accidents, trauma, and congenital disorders. Cosmetic implants enable individuals to easily replace dysfunctional facial parts, including the jaw, forehead, cheeks, and chin, with maximum symmetry.
To obtain any of the prostheses offered by Pioneers of Technological Diagnostics (PTD), the patient must first be examined by one of our maxillofacial surgeons. The patient should then follow the company’s protocol to obtain a CT scan. The CT scan CD, containing DICOM format files, should be delivered to the PTD office along with additional information like photographs, oral scans, and other necessary data to complete the file.
After the file is complete, our skilled designers will analyze your facial skeleton in 3D and coordinate with the relevant surgeon to finalize the treatment plan. Depending on the patient’s condition and the intended prosthesis placement, consultations with related specialists such as neurology or ophthalmology may be required.
Once the custom prosthesis is designed and the final design is approved by the surgeon, financial arrangements are completed, and PTD prepares and manufactures the prosthesis for use in surgery. A model of the patient’s facial skeleton and designed prosthesis is also created using 3D printers before surgery, allowing the surgeon to test the prosthesis fit on the patient’s bone in a simulated environment.
It is important to note that the process of obtaining the necessary information for subperiosteal prostheses differs slightly and requires effective communication with dental prosthesis specialists to ensure the CT scan is conducted according to design requirements. For more information, please contact our company!
During the design and construction of custom-made prostheses, no changes should be made to the skeletal structure of the patient’s jaw and face, as this would affect the prosthesis fit during surgery and subsequently impact the surgical outcome.
