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

 Summary of studies on 3D-printed dentures.

Study focusMaterials usedKey findingsChallenges/ConsiderationsReference
Color stability of 3D-printed resinsHard PMMA-based resin, soft urethane-based resin, traditional heat-polymerized PMMA resin3D-printed hard PMMA resin showed similar color stability to traditional resin; soft resin had more discolorationFurther improvements are needed for dental use[135]
Polymeric materials in 3D-printed denturesPMMA, PEEK, ABS, PLAPMMA is popular but has brittleness issues; PEEK has excellent mechanical properties; ABS and PLA have potential but need further researchNeed for improved mechanical properties and biocompatibility[136]
Clinical application of 3D-printed complete denturesVarious 3D-printed materialsTechnical aspects are well-studied; clinical aspects like fitting and masticatory function need more researchChallenges in achieving precise occlusion and aesthetic results[137]
Influence of glaze on 3D-printed denture basesYller Cosmos Denture resin, Makertech Labs PriZma Bio Denture resinGlaze application increased hardness and decreased roughness; no significant effect of printer type on biofilm formationNeed for further study on long-term effects[139]
Nanoparticles in 3D-printed denture resinsPMMA with nanoparticles (zirconia, titania)Nanoparticles improve mechanical properties significantlyHigh cost and complex fabrication processes[140]
Fracture resistance of 3D-printed denture teethDentca 3D printing denture teeth resin3D-printed teeth showed adequate fracture resistance compared to conventional teethNeed for further research on long-term durability[141]
Accuracy of 3D-printed complete denturesFDM and SLA techniquesSLA printing showed better accuracy in tooth positioning compared to FDMCombining 3D printing with traditional methods can be effective[142]
Surface characteristics and biocompatibility of 3D-printed DBR3D-printed DBR, packed, milled3D-printed DBR had the lowest surface roughness and biofilm formation; non-cytotoxicNeed for further research on long-term clinical performance[143]
Sterilization effects on 3D-printed denture materialsDenture 3D+, Denturetec, Optiprint Laviva, Rapid SimplifiedEthylene oxide sterilization is recommended for most materials; conventional acrylic had higher impact strengthSterilization methods can affect material properties[144]

PMMA: polymethyl methacrylate; PEEK: polyether ether ketone; ABS: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene; PLA: polylactic acid; FDM: fused deposition modelling; SLA: stereolithography; DBR: dentin bone replacement; 3D: three-dimensional.