3D Printing in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

This book provides a comprehensive guide to 3D printing and 3D bioprinting methods and their application in oral and maxillofacial surgeries. It covers fused deposition modeling, selective laser sintering, photopolymer jetting, powder binder printing, stereolithography, inkjet, microextrusion, and laser techniques, as well as the available inks and bioinks. It also discusses the roles of soft and hard tissue printing in oral and maxillofacial tissue engineering and the use of 3D printing in multi- and interfacial tissue engineering. Finally, it provides up-to-date information on guided tissue/bone regeneration using 3D printing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 217 pages
Publication date: 26 August 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive guide delves into the realm of 3D printing and 3D bioprinting techniques, exploring their applications in oral and maxillofacial surgeries. It encompasses a wide range of 3D printing methods, including fused deposition modeling, selective laser sintering, photopolymer jetting, powder binder printing, and stereolithography. Furthermore, the book comprehensively covers 3D bioprinting techniques, such as inkjet, microextrusion, and laser techniques.

In each chapter, the relevance of these techniques to oral and maxillofacial surgery is elucidated, providing a deep understanding of their potential benefits. The available inks and bioinks for 3D printing are extensively reviewed, highlighting their significance in creating intricate tissue models. The roles of soft and hard tissue printing in oral and maxillofacial tissue engineering and the use of 3D printing in multi- and interfacial tissue engineering are explored in detail.

Furthermore, the book emphasizes the particular value of 3D printing in treating critically sized defects, offering valuable insights into the latest advancements in this field. Additionally, up-to-date information is provided on guided tissue/bone regeneration using 3D printing, making it an invaluable resource for both oral and maxillofacial surgeons and biomedical engineers.

By delving into the intricacies of 3D printing and bioprinting, this book empowers practitioners to leverage these technologies for innovative and effective treatments in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Weight: 355g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030777890
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021