Review article

Application of rapid prototyping technology in orofacial defects reconstruction

Sven Maričić ; School of techical sciences, University of Rijeka, Rijeka, Croatia
Daniela Kovačević Pavičić ; Department for stomatologic prosthetics, School of medicine, University of Rijeka, Rijeka, Croatia
Mladen Perinić ; School of techical sciences, University of Rijeka, Rijeka, Croatia

Abstract

Present trends in biotechnological manufacturing are mostly based on multidisciplinary approach. The fast development of computers enabled the planning and designing of biomedical implants through the 3D view model of bone defects in orofacial region. Regarding
this fact, the detailed model analysis is of special importance since it will enable the creation of realistic skull models in the future through a new generation of 3D printers. A wide range of new biocompatible materials, including polymethyl methacrylate and titanium alloys are available for the creation of biomedical implants.

Keywords

bone defects; computer tomography; rapid prototyping

Hrčak ID:

38810

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/38810

Publication date:

1.6.2009.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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