2024-01-09 18:26:36
A Breakthrough in Dental Implants: Titanium 3D-Printed Implant Offers Hope for Extreme Jaw Bone Loss
Oral, maxillofacial surgeon in training, Casper Van den Borre, has made a major breakthrough in the field of dental implants. His doctoral research has revealed that a titanium 3D-printed dental implant, known as the Additively Manufactured Subperiosteal Jaw Implant (AMSJI), can be a game-changer for individuals suffering from extreme jaw bone loss.
Van den Borre’s research focused on investigating the benefits of AMSJI implants for those with severe jaw bone loss, a condition that can have significant negative impacts on a person’s life. From problems with speaking and chewing to facial changes and a decrease in overall quality of life, the consequences of jaw bone loss are far-reaching. Traditional implants often cannot be positioned correctly in these cases, leading to a search for viable alternatives.
Professor Maurice Mommaerts, CEO of surgical manufacturer CADskills and a decade-long advocate for alternative implants, developed the AMSJI implant in 2011. Since then, the implant has been successfully used to help five hundred people worldwide, offering hope to those suffering from extreme jaw bone loss.
Van den Borre’s doctoral thesis, co-supervised by Mommaerts, presents compelling clinical results that highlight the effectiveness of the AMSJI implant. A study of forty patients showed successful prosthetic rehabilitation for all participants, with high levels of patient satisfaction and no complications.
The findings from Van den Borre’s research, in collaboration with Mommaerts and CADskills, have the potential to revolutionize dental implant procedures for individuals with severe jaw bone loss. This breakthrough offers hope to those in need of an effective and reliable alternative to traditional implants, marking a significant advancement in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.]
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