Comparison of Conventional and 3D-printed Surgical Obturators for Maxillary Defects

A manually fabricated obturator using a preoperative maxillary cast, retained with clasps and wire. Delivered immediately after maxillectomy.

A digitally designed obturator based on fused CBCT and intraoral scan data. Fabricated in resin using 3D-printing, and retained with 3D-printed clasps and palatal screws. Delivered immediately post-maxillectomy

A digitally designed and 3D-printed obturator fabricated in metal, using CBCT and intraoral scan data. Retention is provided by metal clasps and palatal screws. Delivered during or immediately after surgery.