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The dental crown of the future could be 3D-printed while you wait

Researchers have found a way to slash the processing time for 3D-printed zirconia crowns from as much as 100 hours to under 30 minutes. The advance could eventually let dentists print strong, customized permanent crowns for patients within a single appointment. With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the researchers are now working toward commercializing the technology for use in crowns, bridges, veneers and other dental restorations. "We are excited to be advancing the commercialization of... [4580 chars]

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