Cr-Co removable partial denture treatment fabricated by selective laser melting: a case report
10.14368/jdras.2021.37.1.39
- Author:
Ji-Hun YIM
1
;
Soo-Yeon SHIN
Author Information
1. Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
2021;37(1):39-47
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Compared to conventional method, if metal framework of removable partial denture is fabricated by selective laser melting, various laboratory works are omitted, saving time and simplifying the process. In addition, metal framework with homogeneous density can be obtained, expecting excellent mechanical properties, especially resistance to fatigue fracture. In these cases, impression were taken using conventional methods in partial edentulous patients, master casts were fabricated and scanned to obtain digital data. After designing the metal frameworks on the scanned data, removable partial dentures were fabricated using selective laser melting methods. Through these procedure, satisfactory outcomes were achieved both in functional and esthetic aspects.
