Materialise recently launched its Personalized TMJ Total Arthroplasty System, a solution to treat patients requiring total temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroplasty. It’s a unique solution that combines implants, guides, and digital planning to … [Read more...] about Materialise launches new fully personalized TMJ Total Arthroplasty System
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3D Systems introduces the first multi-material, one-piece jetted denture solution
3D Systems introduced a first-to-market solution for jetted, monolithic (one-piece) dentures that uses multiple materials to deliver a durable, long-wear, aesthetically beautiful prosthetic to the patient. This is enabled by the formulation of … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces the first multi-material, one-piece jetted denture solution
Formlabs launches new Resin Pumping System and two new materials
Formlabs today announced its Resin Pumping System and two new materials, Polypropylene Powder and Premium Teeth Resin, to increase the efficiency, versatility, and scalability of its 3D printing ecosystem. Formlabs’ ecosystem is relied upon for … [Read more...] about Formlabs launches new Resin Pumping System and two new materials
Prototyping the Gutsy Port, an empowering solution for ostomates
The Gutsy Port, created by Charlotte Böhning, is a revolutionary medical port design that enables bag-free moments for ostomates. About one million people in the U.S. and nearly 14 million globally are ostomates, relying on a plastic bag … [Read more...] about Prototyping the Gutsy Port, an empowering solution for ostomates
FDA clears 3D Systems’ NextDent Base for artificial teeth
3D Systems announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided 510(k) clearance for its NextDent Base material, which is intended for the manufacturing of denture bases to support artificial teeth to form full or partial removable dentures. … [Read more...] about FDA clears 3D Systems’ NextDent Base for artificial teeth
3D printing improves spine surgery precision and safety
Spinal fusions — a treatment option for fractures, deformities, or instability in the spine — typically involve pedicle screws for extra strength and support. However, if placed incorrectly, patients could experience critical injuries, including … [Read more...] about 3D printing improves spine surgery precision and safety
3D Systems’ technology produces implants for cranial surgeries
3D Systems recently announced that a patient-specific 3D-printed cranial implant produced with its point-of-care technologies was successfully used in a cranioplasty at the University Hospital Basel (Switzerland). Under the leadership of Prof. … [Read more...] about 3D Systems’ technology produces implants for cranial surgeries
Formlabs introduces elastomeric BioMed and dental resins
Formlabs recently introduced three healthcare-focused materials to its library: BioMed Elastic 50A Resin, BioMed Flex 80A Resin, and IBT Flex Resin. The two new BioMed materials will expand the applications for 3D printing in healthcare, reducing the … [Read more...] about Formlabs introduces elastomeric BioMed and dental resins
Axial3D and GE HealthCare provide radiation-free, MRI-based solutions
Axial3D and GE HealthCare have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding aimed at bridging the gap between MRI images and 3D patient-specific outputs. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the field of medical imaging and … [Read more...] about Axial3D and GE HealthCare provide radiation-free, MRI-based solutions
restor3D revolutionizes surgical reconstruction with 3D printing
Biomedical engineers and material scientists at restor3D are on a mission to revolutionize human reconstructive surgery. They use additive manufacturing to create procedure- and patient-specific metal implants, polymer surgical instrumentation, and … [Read more...] about restor3D revolutionizes surgical reconstruction with 3D printing