Knowledge, perception and acceptance of 3-D printed dentures among dental practioners in Asia
KNOWLEDGE PERCEPTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF 3-D PRINTED DENTURES
Keywords:
3D Printing, knowledge and perception, acceptance, dental practioner
Abstract
3D printing has revolutionized every field in science and technology. In dentistry its usage ranges from diagnosis and treatment planning, fabrication of surgical guides to fabrication complete dentures. This study was done to assess the knowledge, perception and acceptance of 3D printed dentures among dental practioners in Asia. The survey’s Google link was generated and sent to the willing participants via various offline and online modes. Knowledge of 3D printing in the dentistry is necessary due to its wide applications from diagnosis and treatment planning to fabrication of prostheses. Its perception and acceptance at an institutional level along with optional hands-on trainings shall ensure its use efficiently.
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Published
2025-04-15
How to Cite
Amina, Shraddha Rathi, Shua Aftab, & Ummul Wara. (2025). Knowledge, perception and acceptance of 3-D printed dentures among dental practioners in Asia. UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF DENTAL SCIENCES, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.21276/ujds.2025.11.1.9
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