Application of 3D reconstruction and simulation in rhinoplasty / 中华医学美学美容杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To provide useful reference for the pre-operative design and operation by 3D reconstruction and simulation techniques in rhinoplasty.Methods From October 2016 to March 2017,the laser scanning and 3D reconstruction were performed on 25 patients before operations.The facial morphology and the simulated effect were ontained.All patients were female and they were 18 to 39 years old.The average age was 26 years old.The outline and form were normal.We discussed with patients to confirm the ideal nasal 3D simulated effect.In the process of operation,we were guided by the data of soft measures and 3D printing model.Results Among 25 patients who werefollowed up postoperatively.We got intuitive,accurate 3D reconstruction graphs and simulated surgery procedures in all cases.Being applied to actual surgery procedure,23 patients were satisfactory with postoperational results.Two patient's nasal tip dropped.We were satisfied with the results after repair.Conclusions 3D reconstruction and simulation techniques improve surgical precision and operation planning selection,which is a good aided method in rhinoplasty.