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Thinking forward: 3-D printing in orthodontics

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Author Details : Nausheer Ahmed, Shreya K Shetty*, Haritha Urukalan, Nikhil P M , Abrar Younus, Ranjan K R Bhat

Volume : 7, Issue : 3, Year : 2021

Article Page : 208-215

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijodr.2021.034

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Abstract

Advancements in the field of digital technology has vastly influenced various industries including dental practice. 3-D printing is one such development that has revolutionized the manufacturing industry and has become a subject of great interest in the field of dentistry. With the greatest advantage of 3-D printing being customization, it has become an important tool in delivering precise appliances and surgical guides. This article reviews the applications and incorporation of 3-D printing technology and recent advances applicable into dental practice, oral surgery and orthodontics.
 

Keywords: 3­D printing, Additive manufacturing, Digital work flow, Digital orthodontics.

How to cite : Ahmed N, Shetty S K, Urukalan H, Nikhil P M, Younus A, Bhat R K R, Thinking forward: 3-D printing in orthodontics. IP Indian J Orthod Dentofacial Res 2021;7(3):208-215

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