Background
Saba Sheikh, a 31-year-old resident of Navi Mumbai, had battled nasopharyngeal cancer four years ago.
Following successful treatment with radiation and chemotherapy, she faced a new challenge: severe temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction.
This condition significantly
restricted her ability to open her mouth, leading to
malnutrition and dental issues. Despite undergoing prior
open joint surgery, Saba experienced worsening
symptoms, including complete lock jaw due to ankylosis
of the left TMJ.
Dr. Tofiq Bohra,
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Elevate surgical planning
To new levels of precision and confidence
Solution
Based on the findings from the scans and 3D model, Dr. Bohra recommended TMJ replacement surgery. Dr. Bohra collaborated with the design team at 3D Incredible to create and place a patient-specific Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) implant.
This innovative approach aimed to address both the aesthetic and functional aspects of TMJ reconstruction, utilizing advanced materials and tailored design techniques. Read more
Material Specifications:
The implant consisted of two main components:
Mandible Component: Made from Ti6Al4V-ELI Grade 23. This material is well-known for its biocompatibility, strength, and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for load-bearing applications.
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The patient-specific TMJ implant, manufactured under ISO 13485 guidelines by 3D Incredible, exemplifies a meticulous approach to medical innovation.
Designed with Ti6Al4V-ELI grade 23 for biocompatibility and anatomical precision, the implant not only facilitated reduced operation time but also ensured a perfect fit without further adaptations in the operating theatre. Read more
