Development and optimization in Chile of the stereolithographic biomodelling technology in the maxillofacial field

Abstract

Stereolithographic biomodels fabricated using rapid prototyping (RP) offer an undoubted contribution to maxillofacial surgery, especially in the study, planning and solving of complex cases. Not so long ago, these were availale in Chile from abroad, however, not mimicking the bone on its physical properties, moreover with a 3D reproduction not always exact.