Aside from offering limitless opportunities for customization, 3D printing can significantly reduce the time needed for prototyping and product creation—now, China's Porimy is making the most of additive manufacturing with a machine that quickly produces 3D-printed dentures.
After consulting with a dentist over multiple visits, people are typically required to wait at least a few weeks before their custom prosthetic is appropriately molded, fitted and ready for use. Porimy uses 3D scanning and printing to quickly and affordably offer dentures to patients. With the new technology, patients are able to receive their 3D-printed dentures in a week.
As well as assisting consumers more quickly, cutting costs and reducing material waste, the 3D-printed dentures also address specific problems in conventionally designed dentures, such as internal cracking.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Customized Dentures
- The trend of 3D printing dentures offers the opportunity to create customized prosthetics that fit perfectly for each individual.
- Rapid Prototyping
- The trend of 3D printing dentures reduces the time needed for prototyping and product creation, allowing for faster iterations and refinements.
- Affordable Dentures
- The trend of 3D printing dentures provides a more affordable option for patients, making dentures accessible to a wider audience.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Dental
- The dental industry can leverage 3D printing technology to offer customized dentures with quicker turnaround times.
- Additive Manufacturing
- The additive manufacturing industry can benefit from the increased demand for 3D printing dental solutions.
- Healthcare
- The healthcare industry can explore the use of 3D printing technology to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs in dental prosthetics.
