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3D print your plastic surgery before going under the knife

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MirrorMe3D is teaming up with 3D Systems to produce 3D models of patients before and after cosmetic surgery

MirrorMe3D is using 3D printed models in plastic surgery consultations and treatment plans.

Using 3D printed before and after models MirrorMe3D is able to provide patients with a physical representation of their potential surgical outcome.

Carrie Stern, surgeon and founder of MirrorMe3D, said: "This is a game-changer in the field of cosmetic surgery. 3D printed models relieve a lot of the anxiety that patients have about their surgical outcome and assist surgeons during procedures in the operating room."

3D models are prepared for printing with Geomagic Studio and Geomagic FreeForm software, then 3D Systems’ ProJet 660 full-colour printer is used to print the models.

Kevin McAlea, chief operating officer, healthcare, 3D Systems, said: "MirrorMe3D is a perfect example of how medical professionals today are combining 3D software tools and 3D printing in order to enhance their services and provide more personalised care.

"From virtual surgical planning and simulation to 3D printed models, instruments and implants, our digital thread is powering the future of patient-specific healthcare."

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