At Medicover Hospital in Hi-Tech City, our maxillofacial surgery team successfully restored the jaw function of 23-year-old Sudanese patient Mr. Mohamed Ahmed Ali, who had been living for years without being able to open his mouth or eat properly.

He suffers from a rare and severely disabling disease called temporomandibular joint ankylosis, in which the jawbone (jaw) fuses with the base of the skull, causing the jaw to become completely immobile. The condition has made even basic daily tasks like speaking, chewing, and opening the mouth nearly impossible.

What Approach Did We Use to Treat the Patient?

Our surgical team planned a personalized 3D surgical procedure using advanced 3D printing technology. This complex procedure was performed by Dr Sarath Babu C., Senior Consultant and Head, Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, and Dr Naveen Kokkula, Senior Maxillofacial Surgeon, along with a team of expert physicians and surgical planners.

Traditional surgeries in such cases often carry a high risk of facial nerve injury, but with digital pre-surgical planning and precision-guided techniques, our team ensures maximum safety and accuracy throughout the operation.

We designed a custom 3D-printed implant to precisely match the patient’s unique facial structure and jaw anatomy. We carefully separated the fused jaw joint and implanted a 3D-printed joint replacement to restore natural jaw function.

The Outcome

Our Experts Insights

Dr. Sarath Babu C., who led the surgery, said:

“This was one of the most technically challenging cases we have handled. Using advanced 3D printing and digital surgical planning, we were able to separate the fused joint and reconstruct a new one that mimics natural jaw movements. We achieved this without any facial nerve damage was a significant success.”

He added,

“This case highlights how 3D printing and personalized surgical planning are transforming the way we treat complex jaw and facial problems. It allows for precision, safety, and better patient outcomes.”

Our Commitment to the International Patients

We are committed to bringing world-class technology and precision surgery to patients from India and abroad.

Our Maxillofacial Surgery Department continues to be a leader in advanced facial reconstruction, trauma correction and joint replacement surgeries, supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure and multidisciplinary expertise.

Our goal is to provide every international patient receives safe, comfortable and personalized care from the moment they contact us until they return home after treatment. This achievement is another proud milestone in our mission to restore health, function, and confidence through medical innovation and compassionate care.

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