01/04/2026
Surgeons can now rebuild large skull defects using patient specific implants designed from CT imaging and manufactured with additive techniques, often using titanium for its biocompatibility and durability. Engineers convert CT data into a precise digital model so the implant matches the patient's anatomy, which can improve fit and reconstruction outcomes in cranioplasty. Research also shows that implant surface design and manufacturing methods can support tissue integration and influence complications, which is why modern cranioplasty focuses on both geometry and material science rather than one size fits all plates.
