Classification of Computer-Aided Design-Computer-Aided Manufacturing Applications for the Reconstruction of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Defects.
OBJECTIVE
To gain insight into the methodology of different computer-aided design-computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) applications for the reconstruction of cranio-maxillo-facial (CMF) defects.


METHODS
We reviewed and analyzed the available literature pertaining to CAD-CAM for use in CMF reconstruction.


RESULTS
We proposed a classification system of the techniques of implant and cutting, drilling, and/or guiding template design and manufacturing. The system consisted of 4 classes (I-IV). These classes combine techniques used for both the implant and template to most accurately describe the methodology used.


CONCLUSIONS
Our classification system can be widely applied. It should facilitate communication and immediate understanding of the methodology of CAD-CAM applications for the reconstruction of CMF defects.
European Face Centre, UZ Brussel, Brussel, Belgium.
Lauri D J
LD
Wauters
Joan San
JS
Miguel-Moragas
Maurice Y
MY
Mommaerts
D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D001860:Bone Plates; D017076:Computer-Aided Design / Q000145:classification*; D019465:Craniofacial Abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional / Q000379:methods; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D066330:Printing, Three-Dimensional; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D019919:Prosthesis Implantation / Q000379:methods; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000637:transplantation; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods; D057188:Workflow
D001672:Biocompatible Materials