Static and dynamic mechanical properties of 3D-printed clear resin with embedded orthodontic metal wire
This study presents a novel approach to 3D-printed clear dental aligners integrated with metal wires for orthodontic treatment. Surface treatment of orthodontic metal wire through sandblasting and acid etching enhances the bonding strength between the wire and 3D-printed clear resin, improving the static and dynamic mechanical properties of directly 3D-printed clear resin appliances. The innovative process and device provide an integrated solution for digital orthodontic treatments.
Authors
- Kiho Cho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5250-3564)
- James Kit Hon Tsoi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0698-7155)
- Yuqiang Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9161-7086)
- Yanqi Yang
- Junjing Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1274-1098)
Institutions
- Chinese University of Hong Kong (HK)
- University of Hong Kong (HK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Progress in Orthodontics
- Published
- 2025-03-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s40510-025-00559-1
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 5.03