ReviewMaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed vs. Subtractively Manufactured Composite Resins for Permanent Restorations: A Systematic Review.
Review in Materials (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07691658 (Clinical Evaluation of Prefabricated Versus 3D-Printed Composite Resin Veneers), which is not on this map. Cited by 17 papers.
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Clinical Evaluation of Prefabricated Versus 3D-Printed Composite Resin Veneers: in Vivo Study
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17 citing papers in PubMed.
- Three-Dimensional Printed Materials for Definitive Ceramic and Resin Restorations: A Scoping Review.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
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- Repair Performance of Additively and Subtractively Manufactured Permanent Crown Materials: A Combined Mechanical and Optical Evaluation.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Mechanical Performance of Milled CAD/CAM Versus 3D-Printed Dental Prostheses: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Flexural Strength and Fracture Resistance.Dentistry journal · 2026Review
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- Aging-Induced Changes in Optical Behavior and Surface Morphology of Additively and Subtractively Manufactured Dental Materials.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- Additive manufacturing for Dentistry: A comprehensive review of techniques and applications.Progress in materials science · 2026Article
- A Review of Current Systems, Materials, and Protocols for 3D-Printed Splints, Crowns, and Dentures.Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.] · 2026Review
- Effect of in-office bleaching on surface roughness of additively versus subtractively manufactured tooth-colored materials used for fixed definitive prostheses.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Fracture resistance of CAD/CAM-milled, 3D-printed, and customized fiber post-and-core systems: an in vitro study.BMC oral health · 2025Article
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- In-vitro comparison of the marginal and internal fit of 3D-printed crown restorations produced using different intraoral scanners and resin types: A Micro-CT analysis.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Effect of Thickness on Color Stability of Gingiva-Colored Composite Resins Applied to 3D-Printed Resin.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Surface Characteristics of Subtractively and Additively Manufactured Restorative Materials for Definitive Restorations.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy Analysis of 3D-Printed Dental Resins Reinforced with Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Nanoparticles.Dentistry journal · 2025Article
- A 3D-Printed Crown Integrated with 3D-Printed Orthodontic Brackets: A Novel One-Unit Printing Technique.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Characterization of temporary and permanent 3D-printed crown and bridge resins.Biomaterial investigations in dentistry · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectiveTo conduct a systematic review on the mechanical properties of 3D printed resin-based composites when compared with those of subtractively manufactured resin-based composites. MATERIALS AND
methodsIn vitro studies comparing the mechanical properties of additively and subtractively manufactured resin-based composites were sought. A systematic search, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA), was performed on four databases (PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Scopus) for articles published until 23 December 2024. The quality of the studies was assessed with the QUIN tool (risk-of-bias tool for assessing in vitro studies conducted in dentistry) and those assessed with a high risk of bias were excluded.
resultsOf the 1058 screened articles, 13 were included in this review. A noticeable heterogeneity emerged in the methodologies employed, mainly regarding samples' fabrication techniques, materials involved, and parameters analyzed. The most investigated mechanical property was fracture resistance, followed by microhardness, flexural strength, and wear behavior. Among the tested materials, the most used 3D printable resins were VarseoSmile Crown Plus (Bego) and Crowntec (Saremco Dental), whereas for the subtractive groups, the most investigated was Brilliant Crios (Coltène).
conclusionsThe mechanical properties of 3D printed resins designed for permanent restorations are still lower than those of their subtractively manufactured counterparts. Moreover, in the long term, the degradation processes that inevitably occur might significantly increase their chances of failure.
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