Title:Transformative Potential and Healthcare Applications of 3D Printing
Volume: 30
Issue: 42
Author(s): Aayush Prakash, Rishabha Malviya*Deependra Pratap Singh
Affiliation:
- Department of Pharmacy, School of Medical and Allied Sciences, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, U.P., India
Keywords:
3D printing, personalized medicine, biomaterial, dosage form, 3D printed drug products, personalized pharmaceuticals.
Abstract: Additive manufacturing, sometimes referred to as 3D printing or AM, has numerous applications in
industries like manufacturing, aviation, aerospace, vehicles, and education. It has recently made considerable
inroads into the healthcare industry, backed by technology breakthroughs such as fused deposition modeling,
binder jetting, and inkjet printing. A variety of biomaterials, such as polycaprolactone, polycarbonate, polypropylene,
and polylactic acid, have contributed to this increase. This essay delves into the revolutionary possibilities
of 3D printing in healthcare, to shed light on the idea of customized medications via the improvement
of efficiency and cost. Researchers are using polymers and additive manufacturing to make customized medical
devices. However, obstacles including bureaucratic hurdles, technological developments, and the choice of
appropriate materials and printers stand in the way of widespread implementation. To fully realize the promise
of 3D printing in healthcare, these challenges must be overcome. The article highlights the revolutionary potential
of 3D printing in healthcare by following its development from art and construction to customized drugs
and patient-specific medical equipment. In addition to addressing issues like quality control and technological
limitations, it emphasizes its wide range of applications in surgical planning, dentistry, and anatomical models.
The necessity of adapting regulations and instructional programs is highlighted by discussing future trends like
bioprinting and FDA-approved innovations. In order to properly utilize 3D printing in healthcare, this adaption
is essential. Personalized prescriptions and increased efficacy from the incorporation of 3D printing could revolutionize
the healthcare industry. But even with these advances, problems like choosing the right materials and
getting over administrative roadblocks prevent widespread implementation. These challenges need to be successfully
overcome for 3D printing in healthcare to reach its full potential.