Innovative Comparison of Additive vs. Subtractive Manufacturing for Dental Restorations

Posted: December 18, 2024
A systematic review and meta-analysis compared the fit and trueness of fixed dental restorations made by additive manufacturing (AM) versus subtractive manufacturing (SM). Results showed no significant differences in marginal fit between the two techniques. However, milled acrylic resin restorations had a higher occlusal gap compared to 3D printed prostheses. Additive manufacturing, especially for metals and resins, was found to be accurate and cost-effective. Challenges in ceramics manufacturing need to be addressed for additive manufacturing to reach its full potential in the dental field.

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