From:  Advances in 3D printing for dentistry: clinical applications and future perspectives

 Summary of studies on 3D printing in implants and surgical guides.

Study focusApplicationKey findingsReference
3D printing in dentistry and MFSCustom design and print surgical drill guides, implants, and other dental appliancesHighlights the progress in 3D/4D printing technologies in dentistry, including the use of various materials for printing[13]
Mechanical behavior of 3D-printed dental resinFabrication of surgical guides for implant placementThe stability and performance of the surgical guide resin were proven through tensile and three-point bending tests[122]
Compensation for guide hole shrinkageDental implant surgical guidesTechnique to adjust the guide hole size using software to compensate for resin shrinkage during 3D printing[131]
3D printing in modern dental practicesPrinting of surgical guides, custom-made meshes, and implantsUse of laser sintering and laser melting techniques for printing surgical guides and customized implants[10]
Materials in 3D printing for dental applicationsCrowns, bridges, surgical guides, and implantsExploration of various materials used in 3D printing, including polymers and composites[22]
Rapid prototyping (RP) in dental implantsDental implants and surgical guidesEvaluation of RP/imaging/CAD/CAM techniques in making implants for dental reconstruction[127]
Impact of 3D printing in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS)Dental implants and surgical guidesImproved precision, predictability, and reduced operation times in OMFS[129]
3D printing for surgical planning and implantable devicesSurgical guides in implant dentistryStrong recommendation for using 3D-printed surgical guides to facilitate planning and reduce operative risks[123]
Scoping review on 3D printing in dental implantologyCustomized dental implants, surgical implant guides, and implant-supported prosthesesProven technology for producing surgical implant guides with the best accuracy using the MultiJet printer[132]
Advancements in 3D printing in surgical dentistryDental implantology, prosthodontics, MFSComprehensive review of 3D printing techniques, materials, and clinical applications in dental practices[128]

3D: three-dimensional; CAD/CAM: computer-aided design and manufacturing.