| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2023 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2023)
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| Symposium
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2023 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2023)
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| Presentation Title |
3D Bio Printed Biodegradable Composite Material for Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Implants |
| Author(s) |
Ipek Dös, Ece Tutsak, Zeynep Kırımlıer, Onur Demirak |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Ipek Dös |
| Abstract Scope |
Developing an ideal bone substitute material for repairing bone deformities is a challenge in clinical orthopedics. Conventional methods are inadequate for creating complex anatomical geometries. Additive manufacturing is a growing field in bone tissue engineering due to its reproducibility, high accuracy, and rapid production of patient-specific scaffolds. (PLGA)- based artificial bone substitutes show promise in biocompatibility, mechanical properties, degradability, and ability to promote bone regeneration. This study is dedicated to pediatric craniomaxillofacial implant treatments using PLGA and hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (nHA) to fabricate 3D porous scaffolds by Fused Deposition Modelling. Gyroid lattice geometries were chosen for osteointegration and self-supporting features. Optimum nHA weight percentages and production parameters were determined, and mechanical and biological tests were completed. The producibility of innovative patient-specific geometry design with this biodegradable composite material is discussed. This study provides a solution for CMF implant treatments that do not hinder the physical growth of developing children. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Definite: Post-meeting proceedings |