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Surgical guides help improve the accuracy of facial reconstructive operations for mandibular resection such as fibula free flap surgery. 3D surgical guides are printed for both the fibula and mandible, outlining cutting planes.
Surgical cut guides are now facilitating an expanding selection of procedures:
Using the industry’s most advanced materials, we create surgical guides with:
These precision guides- designed by you- ensure each procedure is carried out exactly as you planned. They can be fabricated from PLA, PETG and surgical resin.
Polylactic Acid (PLA) polymer is biodegradable, compatible, non-toxic, and eco-friendly. It is currently utilised in medical implants, controlled release devices for medication, orthopaedic devices, tissue engineering, surgical cutting guides and more.
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol Modified (PETG) is a clear, amorphous thermoplastic. Popular for versatility, it can be injection-molded and extruded as filament for 3D printing. Transparency can easily be achieved with a PETG filament, and it can be coloured during processing.
Complicated forms are easily 3D printed with PLA, and exact colour-matching is possible too. Both PLA and PETG are suitable for tools and guides. Hydrogen peroxide sterilisation works as an alternative to potentially deforming steam-heating for these materials.
It’s biodegradable and biocompatible status mean PLA is a top choice for safe and eco-friendly manufacturing. PLA returns to its natural components over a long time, and it can be recycled to make new filaments without compromising quality. Conversely, PETG doesn’t break down easily, but it is also recyclable.
Trecco is honoured to play a role in such rewarding work. We treat each solution as personally as the people and stories we encounter.
Please see case studies for a window into the powerful ways this technology touches lives.
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