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EVERY year thousands of people consider undergoing plastic surgery, however many remain hesitant because of uncertainty in what they will look like following the procedure. Advancements in 3D photographic and simulation technology allows prospective plastic surgery patients to view a simulation of how they will look following a cosmetic surgery procedure, including liposuction, breast augmentation and rhinoplasty.
During the consultation, a series of high-resolution photos are taken to create a 180-degree, three-dimensional model of the face, breasts or body area the patient is considering for cosmetic surgery. Using the Canfield VECTRA 3D sculpting system, a plastic surgeon maps the patient’s anatomy and can simulating the results of cosmetic surgery procedures on the virtual model of the patient’s face or body.
The simulation system also allows for increased customisation of treatment plans and enhanced patient care. Patients are able to compare their current appearance with the simulated changes from multiple angles.
Enhanced patient communication
This sophisticated technology allows patients to see themselves with their ‘new look’ for the first time. It greatly improves the consultation process by encouraging open dialog between a plastic surgeon and patients regarding their aesthetic goals and desires. In addition, it helps to set realistic expectation for their surgical outcome, says Mark D. Epstein, M.D.
Since installing this system at his Stony Brook, New York practice over two years ago, 3D aesthetic simulation has become an integral part of Dr Epstein’s consultation process.Using Vectra’s high definition 3D imaging and simulation software tools, he is able to create a realistic 3D model of how the patient may look post-operatively.
Now the patient has an opportunity to preview the result and discuss changes or complementary procedures, any of which can be instantly updated to the model. Here, too, he makes good use of the Vector-Vision module, which employs a stereoscopic viewing technology like that used in movie theatres. “It adds a lot of WOW to the consultation when the patient puts on the glasses and sees their 3d image leap off the screen,” he says.