Bioprinting: A Boon In The Field Of Prosthodontics And Dentistry – A Literature Review

Background: Bioprinting is an emerging technology that allows for the precise fabrication of cell-laden scaffolds and tissue constructs, revolutionizing regenerative dentistry. In prosthodontics, bioprinting offers promising applications in the development of custom prostheses, jawbone regeneration, and soft tissue engineering. Aim: To explore current and potential applications of bioprinting in prosthodontics, including techniques, biomaterials, clinical relevance, and future implications. Methods: Electronic search of articles from PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, and Medline. Results: A total of 20 relevant articles were reviewed covering bioprinting techniques, bioinks, scaffold materials, and clinical applications in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Conclusion: Bioprinting holds transformative potential for personalized, biologically functional replacements for oral tissues, though clinical translation is limited by regulatory challenges, material limitations, and lack of long-term trials.

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