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Surgeons label 3D printing technology ‘revolutionary’ (VIDEO)

06-Jan-2016

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Cyclist lost jaw in an accident.

Rebuilt using bone from shoulder and titanium metal plate.

Used 3D printed model to plan operation and make bespoke teeth implants.

COMMENT: amazing – looking at the patient in the video I can barely notice an injury now

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Iain Hutchison

Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

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3D Printing (Healthcare)