Direct 3D printing of silicone facial prostheses: A preliminary experience in digital workflow

作者:Unkovskiy Alexey*; Spintzyk Sebastian; Brom Joern; Huettig Fabian; Keutel Constanze
来源:Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2018, 120(2): 303-308.
DOI:10.1016/j.prosdent.2017.11.007

摘要

Direct silicone printing may be applied to the fabrication of maxillofacial prostheses, although its clinical feasibility is unknown. The present clinical report shows an early application of a directly printed silicone prosthesis for the rehabilitation of a nasal defect. Two extraoral scanning systems were used to capture the face and the defect. The virtual construction of the nasal prosthesis was performed with free-form software. Two prostheses were printed in silicone and post-processed by manual sealing and coloring. The clinical outcome was acceptable for an interim prosthesis; however, the marginal adaptation and color match were not satisfactory without further individualization.

  • 出版日期2018-8