Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2016
Volume : Volume 6
Issue : Issue 1
Address for correspondence :
Dr. B Lavanya
lavanya.b160@gmail.com
Background: Biological models have three important characteristics: low volume,complex shape, and Can be customized. These characteristics suit very well with rapid prototyping(rp) and rapid manufacturing (rm) processes. Rp/rm processes are fabricated part layer-by-layer until complete shape finished from 3d. RP is two decade old technology to quickly produce prototypes directly from a 3D CAD(Computer aided design)model and involves adding material successively in layers, to create a solid of a predefined shape.It is being used to shorten and simplify, product development cycle for many applications-aerospace,automobile,homeappliances etc.,. Advent of RP technology also has opened up new perspectives for design & production in the field of dentistry.
Keywords: RP, CAD/CAM Technology, CNC machining, Digital Maxillofacial Prosthesis, Simplant.
