Innovative Study Contrasts Thermoplastic Materials with 3D Printing Resins for Orthodontic Clear Retainers

Posted: January 1, 2025
This study compared the physical, mechanical, and optical properties of thermoplastic materials with 3D printing resins for orthodontic clear retainers. It found that the 3D-printing resins had inferior surface roughness, transparency, and color stability compared to thermoplastic materials. The 3D-printing resins were also more brittle and less ductile, indicating that they may not meet clinical requirements for clear retainers without further postprocessing.

This article summary was generated by AI. To view the full article, click the link here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39709226/
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