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ArticlePolymers2025

Three-Dimensional Manufacturing of Mandibular Total Edentulous Simulation Model for In Vitro Studies-Concept and Validation.

Joana Mendes, Maria Cristina Manzanares-Céspedes, José L Esteves, João Fonseca, Lara Coelho, José Manuel Mendes

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Joana MendesUNIPRO-Oral Pathology and Rehabilitation Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences IUCS/(CESPU), 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-0035-1770
Maria Cristina Manzanares-CéspedesUNIPRO-Oral Pathology and Rehabilitation Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences IUCS/(CESPU), 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-4585-4953
José L EstevesDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0001-9936-9083
João FonsecaDepartment of Dental Sciences, University Institute of Health Sciences (IUCS), Cooperativa de Ensino Superior e Politécnico Universitário-CESPU, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal.
Lara CoelhoUNIPRO-Oral Pathology and Rehabilitation Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences IUCS/(CESPU), 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0003-2532-6288
José Manuel MendesUNIPRO-Oral Pathology and Rehabilitation Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences IUCS/(CESPU), 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0001-6920-5838

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Abstract

backgroundStereolithography is a rapid prototyping and 3D printing technique that creates solid three-dimensional models. An accurate and functional 3D model using stereolithography is invaluable in scientific research, particularly in studies involving edentulous patients. Additive manufacture and CAD systems help achieve accurate measurements and procedures and be easily replicated by lowering human error mistakes. The main objective of this study was to develop an in vitro simulation model with a reduced alveolar ridge with the same characteristics as mandibular edentulous patients using stereolithography.

methodsA mandibular model with a resorbed mandibular crest was scanned, and the STL model was aligned to the XYZ reference system. A reduction in the alveolar ridge corresponding to the mandibular mucosa of an edentulous patient was achieved. A negative model also derived from the original model was made to ensure the space for oral simulation material. A dimensional stability test was performed to validate the model.

resultsThe maximal mean displacement of the model was 0.015 mm, and the minimal mean displacement was 0.004 mm. The oral mucosa had a displacement of approximately 1.6 mm.

conclusionsAn in vitro 3D simulation model of a complete edentulous patient mucosa was achieved.

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additive manufacturingdesignedentulous simulation modelelastomer mucosa simulationtesting machine model

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PMID40647830
PMCPMC12251627

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