A group of Chinese researchers have developed a novel approach for addressing erectile dysfunction (ED) using biomedical 3D printing. In what is believed to be a world first, scientists successfully tested a 3D printed penile implant system in animals, reporting…
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New sustainable supply chain approach for tantalum implants by Croom Medical and GAM
Ireland-based Croom Medical and US-based tantalum products supplier Global Advanced Metals (GAM) have developed a closed-loop supply chain approach to expand the use of tantalum in 3D printing. By tackling the material’s processing challenges and making its use more sustainable,…
Prodways New DENTAL PRO Series: Technical Specifications and Pricing
French 3D printer developer Prodways has launched its latest 3D printer range, the DENTAL PRO Series, tailored for modern dental laboratories. Equipped with Prodways’ patented MovingLight top-down DLP technology, the DENTAL PRO Series offers enhanced productivity, precision, and versatility across…
Innovative solvent-free polymer for biodegradable implants by Duke University
Researchers at Duke University have developed a solvent-free polymer for digital light processing (DLP) 3D printing, aimed at enhancing mechanical properties and environmental compatibility, particularly for medical applications. Published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition, this development marks one of the…
Fluorescent 3D printed implants developed in new University of Oregon study
Researchers from the University of Oregon (UO) have developed 3D printed scaffolds that glow when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. This process could be used to create fluorescent biomedical implants, allowing practitioners to more accurately monitor their condition when placed…
Formlabs Dental secures FDA 510(k) clearance for Premium Teeth Resin
Formlabs Dental, the dental business unit of Resin 3D printer manufacturer Formlabs, has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Premium Teeth Resin. Dental professionals in the US can now use the resin to…
First 3D Printed Ceramic Jaw Implant Successfully Placed in Patient
A step forward in medical technology was achieved with the successful implantation of the first 3D printed ceramic subperiosteal jaw implant at Kepler University Hospital. The procedure is part of the INKplant project, an EU-funded initiative involving 19 interdisciplinary partners.…
CBD-Tech unveils new CHITUBOX Dental slicer software
Shenzhen-based 3D printing software development company CBD-Tech has launched its new CHITUBOX Dental slicer software specifically designed for the dental industry. This software is designed to enhance workflows and boost efficiency for professionals working with dental models, splints, surgical guides,…
Lithoz enables serial production of dental restorations with new lithium disilicate material
Austrian ceramic 3D printing company Lithoz will present the next development stage of its lithium disilicate material for dental 3D printing at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2024. The material has been Jointly developed with integrated dental solutions manufacturer Ivoclar, and…
INTERVIEW Chuck Stapleton: 3D Systems Dental 3D Printing Strategy
In a recent discussion, Chuck Stapleton, the Vice President and General Manager for Dental at 3D Systems, delineated the firm’s strategy for advancing 3D printing to mainstream use for dental production. The dialogue underscored the significance of working with enterprises…