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Presentation
3D technology is increasingly being used in the dental field to improve the accuracy and efficiency of treatment. Recent advances in 3D scanners and 3D printers have enabled dentists and orthodontists to create accurate digital models of teeth and jaws, making it easier to plan treatments and manufacture customised prostheses.
3D scanners are used to create three-dimensional images of the teeth and jaws, allowing dentists to visualise abnormalities and potential problems in detail. This allows for more accurate treatment planning, such as dental implants, tooth extractions and reconstruction work. The digital models created by the 3D scanners can also be used to make bespoke prostheses, such as crowns, bridges or braces, reducing waiting times for patients.
3D printers, on the other hand, can produce these prostheses using high quality materials such as acrylic resin, titanium and zirconium. Dentures made by 3D printers are more accurate and comfortable for patients, and can be produced in less time than traditional dentures.
3D technology is bringing significant advances in accuracy, speed and quality for patients in the dental field. Dentists and orthodontists can now offer more efficient and comfortable treatments for their patients through the use of 3D scanners, 3D printers and computer-guided surgery. Patients can also benefit from custom-made prostheses that are quickly and accurately fabricated. It is clear that these technological advances will continue to improve the patient experience in the future.
3D scanning in the dental industry
3D scanners have revolutionised the dental industry by offering unprecedented accuracy in taking dental casts. 3D scanners allow dentists to create accurate digital models of a patient's mouth, making it easier to plan and manufacture dentures or implants.
The benefits of 3D scanning include greater accuracy, improved efficiency and reduced errors. 3D scanners allow dentists to create accurate models in minutes, saving time and money.
3D scanners are also useful for making custom-made dentures. Dentists can use the digital models to create dentures that fit a patient's teeth perfectly, providing a more comfortable fit and better aesthetics.
Three-dimensional scanning allows dentists to plan treatments more accurately. For example, dentists can use digital models to plan orthodontic treatments or dental implants, thereby optimising results and reducing the risk of complications.
In conclusion, 3D scanners have enabled a revolution in the dental industry, offering unprecedented accuracy, efficiency and error reduction. Dentists can use this technology to provide more accurate treatments and customised dental prostheses, improving the quality of dental care for patients.
3D printing in the dental industry
3D printing is changing the game in the dental industry by offering new possibilities for the manufacture of dental prostheses and implants. The benefits of 3D printing are numerous and include greater precision, flexibility and cost reduction.
The advantages of precision 3D printing are clear. 3D printers can create dentures and implants that fit the contours of a patient's mouth perfectly. This allows dentists to create dentures that exactly match a patient's teeth, providing a more comfortable fit and better aesthetics.
The flexibility of 3D printing is also a key advantage. Dentists can use the technology to create customised dentures and implants based on the unique needs of each patient. This allows dentists to accommodate patients with specific needs, such as patients with chronic diseases.
The cost-saving benefits of 3D printing are also significant. 3D printers allow dentists to manufacture dentures and implants more economically, as they require less material and labour.
The uses of 3D technology in the dental sector
3D printed prostheses
Dental 3D printers allow the direct manufacture of prostheses, without the need for further manufacturing steps. One application of direct printing is the creation of complete dentures, such as removable plastic frameworks with full dentures for patients who have lost all their teeth. 3D printed dentures are usually made in two stages: the base that contacts the patient's gums is made from a softer resin than the teeth, which must be rigid and strong. It is important to note that in order to be used in a patient's mouth, these dentures must be carefully polished to remove any rough or sharp imperfections.
3D printed casting models
Dental 3D printing is used to create models for the casting of prostheses, such as crowns, bridges and copings. These 3D printed models can improve and streamline the casting process traditionally used by dental technicians. The 3D printed models are cleaned and used for a precision casting process, where in the burning stage the 3D printed model is burned away to leave a cavity that can be filled with casting material.
3D printed dental models
3D printing allows for the direct fabrication of full-arch models, crowns and bridges with removable matrices, which can be used to plan denture restorations and other procedures. These models are created using scans of a patient's mouth, which are then converted into a CAD file. CAD software specifically designed for dental care can automatically create removable matrices. The CAD file is then printed using a rigid resin, cleaned, cured and removed from its holder before use.
3D printed dental aligners
The most popular application of dental 3D printing is the creation of customised dental aligners for each patient. Dental solutions use resin 3D printers to make accurate models of a patient's teeth, which are then used to make clear aligners. This application is an example of indirect 3D printing, where the 3D printed object is not the final product but is used to create it. Dental professionals first obtain a scan of the inside of a patient's mouth and then use the scanned data to create a CAD model that reflects the desired movement of the teeth. This model is then 3D printed using a technique such as stereolithography. The 3D printed model is then used to create the final product using a dental thermoforming machine, where a clear aligner is tightly wrapped around the model to create a patient-specific product.