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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Biomaterials Engineering
  • Manufacturing Technology

Background:

  • Three-dimensional (3D) printing, also known as additive manufacturing (AM), is increasingly adopted in dentistry.
  • Its high precision, efficiency, and customization capabilities enable patient-specific device fabrication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical development and fundamental principles of 3D printing technologies in dentistry.
  • To summarize current clinical applications across various dental disciplines.
  • To discuss challenges and future prospects of AM in dentistry.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical development of 3D printing.
  • Explanation of stereolithography (SLA), digital light processing (DLP), and liquid crystal display (LCD) technologies.
  • Systematic summary of clinical applications in prosthodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry.

Main Results:

  • 3D printing technologies (SLA, DLP, LCD) enable accurate fabrication of dental models, crowns, bridges, dentures, surgical guides, orthodontic appliances, and scaffolds.
  • AM is applied across major dental disciplines, enhancing customization and workflow efficiency.
  • Challenges include limited long-term data, high costs, and post-processing needs.

Conclusions:

  • Despite challenges, 3D printing provides significant advantages in dental customization, efficiency, and predictability.
  • Future developments like advanced biomaterials, AI, bioprinting, and 4D printing will expand AM's role.
  • Additive manufacturing is poised to revolutionize personalized and regenerative dentistry.