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Patient-specific dental implants (PSI) have emerged as a transformative solution for post-resection maxillofacial rehabilitation, providing customized reconstruction tailored to the patient's unique bone defect following tumor resection, trauma, or osteoradionecrosis. These implants overcome the limitations of conventional grafting by minimizing donor-site morbidity, reducing surgical time, and offering precise anatomical fit for improved functional and aesthetic outcomes. Advanced imaging, virtual surgical planning, and CAD/CAM or 3D printing technologies facilitate accurate design and fabrication, enabling immediate or early prosthetic rehabilitation. Clinical studies demonstrate enhanced mastication, speech, swallowing, and facial symmetry, alongside high implant survival rates and minimal complications. Despite advantages, challenges include high cost, technical complexity, and limited long-term data. Emerging innovations, such as bioactive and porous surfaces, integration with growth factors or stem cells, and AI-driven planning, further enhance osseointegration and personalized treatment. PSDIs represent a reliable, patient-centered approach for restoring both function and aesthetics in complex maxillofacial reconstructions.