3D Printing in Implant Prosthodontics – Burak Yilmaz, DDS, PhD

Recorded on May 20th, 2025

Description:

This presentation explores the expanding role of 3D printing technology in implant prosthetic dentistry, highlighting its impact on clinical workflows and treatment outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into how additive manufacturing is applied to the fabrication of surgical guides and various temporary/definitive prostheses, from crowns to complete-arch frameworks. The talk will include current trends, clinical applications, and patient treatment examples demonstrating the benefits of 3D printing in enhancing precision, efficiency, and patient-specific care.

Participants will also learn to differentiate between various types of 3D printers and their suitability for specific prosthodontic applications. In addition, the presentation will guide the selection of appropriate resins used in printing implant-supported restorations.

Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1) Discuss the extent of use of 3D printers in implant prosthetic dentistry.
2) Identify the types of printers suitable for implant prosthodontics.
3) Select the appropriate type of resins that can be used for 3D printed implant restorations.

Burak Yilmaz, DDS, PhD

Dr. Burak Yilmaz received his dental and PhD degrees from the Ankara University and his subsequent academic titles at The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry. He was promoted to the rank of Associate Professor with tenure in 2014, and to the rank of Full Professor in 2019. He was involved in teaching dental and postdoctoral students and performing research, while practicing in the Dental Faculty Practice during his time at The Ohio State University. 

In September 2020, he became the Director of the Digital Dental Technologies Research Laboratory at the University of Bern School of Dental Medicine. He is also an Adjunct Professor at The Ohio State University. He holds a special interest in implant prosthodontics and digital dentistry and published more than 340 research studies and clinical reports. He is the co-author of the Implants Chapter in 5th and 6th editions of “Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics” textbook by Rosenstiel et al. He serves as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Prosthodontics, is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of Dentistry, Digital Dentistry Section, and serves on the AO/OF Research Committee for the Academy of Osseointegration.

Dr. Yilmaz has indicated the following relevant financial relationships to disclose:

Spoken at Meetings: Neoss Implants, Straumann, Kaladent,

Received honoraria: Neoss Implants, Saremco, Dentbird, Kaladent

Employed by/provided consulting for: Dentbird

Performed research sponsored by: DWS/Dfab, Neoss Implants

Relevant literature for further information:


Çakmak G, Cuellar AR, Donmez MB, Schimmel M, Abou-Ayash S, Lu W-E, Yilmaz B. Effect of Printing Layer Thickness on the Trueness and Margin Quality of 3D-Printed Interim Dental Crowns. Applied Sciences. 2021; 11(19):9246. https://doi.org/10.3390/app11199246

Sabatini GP, Yoon HI, Orgev A, Fonseca M, Molinero-Mourelle P, Yilmaz B, Cakmak G. Complete Digital Workflow for Fabricating an Occlusal Device Using Artificial Intelligence- Powered Design Software and Additive Manufacturing: A Dental Method. Int J Prosthodont. 2024 Feb 21;37(7):275-284. doi: 10.11607/ijp.8941. PMID: 38787592.