Journal: Frontiers in Veterinary Science
Article Title: In-house three-dimensional printing for surgical planning: learning curve from a case series of temporomandibular joint and related disorders
doi: 10.3389/fvets.2024.1347107
Figure Lengend Snippet: 3D printing process workflow. Both 3D anatomical models and surgical cutting guides in STL file format are imported to PreForm software. Resin type and layer thickness are selected, followed by orientation and support structure design processes. Once health checks are done, the 3D virtual pieces are 3D printed by an SLA printer—Formlabs 3B (1). Next, the pieces go through a washing machine (2), for 20 min, and a cure machine (3), for 60 min. After this post-processing, final products are obtained, and they can now be used for pre-surgical planning or be sterilized to be part of the surgery. Tools’ features are shown on the side of the workflow. Partial images courtesy and copyright of Formlabs Inc.
Article Snippet: The previous obtained STL files were uploaded to the 3D printer software PreForm (Formlabs, United States) which automatically converted them to the printer’s directions.
Techniques: Software