3D-virtual surgical planning in orthognathic surgery: improving clinical efficiency and treatment outcome
15 May 2026
Dental Technicians' Hub
Learning Content
Advances in imaging and CAD/CAM have enabled 3D‑VSP to support planning for orthognathic cases by generating accurate virtual models of skeletal and dental structures. This presentation outlines the shift from traditional methods to digital workflows, using case examples to demonstrate benefits, efficiency, outcomes, and limitations.
- Understand key factors in successful orthognathic treatment outcomes
- Understand differences between conventional planning and 3D virtual surgical planning
- Recognise the technologist’s role in the digital planning workflow
- Identify clinical benefits and limitations of 3D virtual surgical planning
- Appreciate its application through clinical cases and current research.
Aims
To provide an overview of orthognathic surgical planning, progressing from conventional techniques to 3D virtual surgical planning methods - To explore the clinical application of digital technologies in the pre-operative planning phase and surgical guide design - To highlight the impact of 3D methods on efficiency, accuracy, and treatment outcomes.
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