TURKEY — A sea turtle in Turkey was almost killed after being hit by a boat propeller. The accident shattered the turtle's upper and lower jaw leaving it unable to eat.
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Fortunately students at the university there were determined to help. They explored numerous options before deciding on custom made 3-D printed titanium implants. After two months of research, veterinarians and surgeons installed the jaw pieces. Once the turtle adapts to its new jaw, they hope to release it back into the sea.