Ofis-İçi Şeffaf Plak Üretimi

Year 2023, Volume: 4 Issue: 1, 42 - 51, 07.08.2023

Sabahattin Bor

Abstract

Ofis içi şeffaf plak üretimi, ortodontik
tedaviye devrim niteliğinde bir yaklaşım sunarak
ortodonti alanında hızla dönüşüm
sağlamaktadır. Bu derleme, üretim sürecini ve
süreçte yer alan ana adımları ele alarak, üç
boyutlu(3B) tedavi planlaması, üç boyutlu baskı
ve baskı sonrası işlemler üzerinde durmaktadır.
Şeffaf plakların doğrudan basımı da önemli bir
üretim teknolojisi ilerlemesi olarak
incelenmektedir. Ofis içi şeffaf plak üretimi,
gelişmiş hasta memnuniyeti, diş hekimleri için
daha fazla kontrol ve maliyet tasarrufu gibi pek
çok avantaj sunmaktadır. Şeffaf ve neredeyse
görünmez bir tedavi seçeneği olarak şeffaf
plaklar, ortodontik tedavi olmak isteyen hastalar
arasında önemli bir ilgi görmektedir. Bu plaklar,
düzgün ağız hijyenini ve sınırsız gıda seçimine
izin vererek, cazibelerini daha da artırmaktadır.
Plak tedavisi, geleneksel diş tellerine kıyasla
daha az rahatsızlık ve daha kısa randevu süreleri
ile ilişkilendirildiğinden, ortodonti pratiğinde
popülaritesi ve etkisi giderek artmaktadır.
Plakların doğrudan basımı, diş hekimlerinin 3B
baskı teknolojisi kullanarak plakları ofislerinde
üretmelerine olanak tanıyarak daha da büyük
verimlilik ve kişiselleştirme potansiyeli
sunmaktadır. Bu yöntem, birden fazla adımı
ortadan kaldırır ve dış laboratuvarlara olan
bağımlılığı azaltarak süreci basitleştirir ve
tedaviyi hızlandırır. Sonuç olarak, özellikle
doğrudan basım yoluyla ofis-içi şeffaf plak
üretimi, ortodontik bakımı devrim niteliğinde
dönüştürme potansiyeline sahiptir. Üretim
sürecini basitleştirerek ve daha rahat, estetik bir
tedavi seçeneği sunarak, bu yenilikçi yaklaşımın
diş hekimliği topluluğu içinde giderek daha fazla
ilgi görmesi ve hastaların deneyimini
dönüştürmesi muhtemeldir.

Keywords

Şeffaf plak, 3B baskı, tedavi planlama yazılımı, şeffaf plak malzemeleri

In-Office Aligner Fabrication

Abstract

In-office aligner fabrication is
rapidly transforming the orthodontic landscape,
offering a revolutionary approach to orthodontic
treatment. This review discusses the fabrication
process, focusing on the key steps involved:
three-dimensional(3D) treatment planning, threedimensional(
3D) printing, and post-processing.
The direct printing of clear aligners is also
explored, as it presents a significant advancement
in aligner production technology. In-office
production of clear aligners presents numerous
advantages, including enhanced patient
satisfaction, greater control for dental
practitioners, and cost savings. As a discreet and
virtually invisible treatment option, clear aligners
have garnered significant interest among patients
seeking orthodontic care. These aligners permit
proper oral hygiene and unrestricted food
choices, further increasing their appeal. Aligner
therapy is generally associated with less
discomfort and reduced chair time in comparison
to traditional braces, contributing to its growing
popularity and impact on the orthodontic
industry. Direct printing of aligners offers the
potential for even greater efficiency and
customization, as it enables dental professionals
to fabricate the aligners in-office using 3D
printing technology. This approach eliminates
the need for multiple steps and reduces reliance
on external labs, streamlining the process and
accelerating treatment. In conclusion, in-office
aligner fabrication, particularly through direct
printing, is poised to revolutionize orthodontic
care. By streamlining the production process and
offering a more comfortable, discreet treatment
option, this innovative approach is likely to
continue gaining traction within the dental
community and transform the patient’s
experience.

Keywords

Clear aligner, 3D printing, Treatmentplanning software, Aligner materials

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