Instant Artificial Bone Preparation From Silicone and Resin: Need of the Hour

Osteology is an important foundation for medical students to understand the framework of the human body. In the recent past, there has been a scarcity of natural resources of human bones, while the number of students and colleges has been drastically increasing. To overcome this challenge, artificial bones came into existence, but they lacked accurate anatomical details and took a few days for the entire process. Therefore, artificial bones that are less time-consuming, cost-effective, and close to the original bone are needed. The aim of the study is to devise a rapid method of artificial bone preparation. Liquid silicone rubber (LSR-2) was used to prepare silicone molds initially. These molds were used to prepare artificial bones using general-purpose resin (GP resin). The time taken for the entire procedure is less than 90 minutes. The artificial bones were close to natural bones in color, texture, hardness, and weight. Anatomical impressions were well appreciated. These bones could be stored in a routine manner and could be handled safely with bare hands. The present methodology would help in making artificial bone preparation rapidly to cater to a large number of medical students in a short span of time.