Health Canada has approved its first Canadian-made 3D printed medical implant

Health Canada, the government arm that deals with national health, has approved its first Canadian-made 3D printed medical implant. The 3D printed device is a customizable mandibular (lower jaw) plate for use in facial reconstruction surgery, predominantly for patients with oral cancer. It can also be used in conjunction with surgical guides for cutting and … Continue reading Health Canada has approved its first Canadian-made 3D printed medical implant