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3D Printing of Dental Prostheses: Current and Emerging Applications
Fereshte Rezaie1, Masoud Farshbaf2, Mohammad Dahri3
1Department of Endodontic, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz P.O. Box 5163639888, Iran.
Journal of Composites Science
|April 22, 2024
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing revolutionizes dental prosthetics manufacturing, offering superior efficiency and customization over traditional methods. This additive manufacturing technology enables the creation of complex dental structures with precise mechanical properties.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Engineering
- Additive Manufacturing
- Dental Technology
Background:
- Traditional dental fabrication methods face limitations in creating complex structures with specific mechanical properties.
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing, an additive manufacturing approach, offers a layer-by-layer fabrication strategy for intricate dental prostheses.
- The adoption of 3D printing in dentistry is expanding due to its potential for on-demand production and enhanced design freedom.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the latest applications of 3D printing techniques in the manufacturing of dental prosthetics.
- To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various 3D printing technologies used in dentistry.
- To explore the materials suitable for 3D printing dental applications and identify current limitations.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted using five major scientific databases: Google Scholar, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, and Scopus.
- Relevant keywords related to 3D printing and dental prostheses were employed to identify pertinent studies.
- The review focused on recent advancements, material suitability, and challenges in the field.
Main Results:
- 3D printing enables the fabrication of diverse dental prostheses and implants with high precision and customized designs.
- Various materials, including thermoplastic polymers, ceramics, and metals, are suitable for 3D printing in dental applications.
- The technology offers improved efficiency and design flexibility compared to conventional dental manufacturing processes.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing represents a significant advancement in dental prosthetics manufacturing, providing superior efficiency and customization.
- Continued research and development in materials and techniques will further enhance the efficacy of 3D printing in dentistry.
- Addressing current limitations is crucial for the widespread adoption and full potential realization of 3D printing in dental applications.
