구순구개열 환자에서 3D 프린팅 및 바이오프린팅 기술의 적용

Application of 3D Printing and Bioprinting Technology to Cleft Lip/Palate Patients

Cleft lip/palate patients require life-long multidisciplinary treatment to restore proper orofacial function and esthetics. Due to anatomical complexity and individual variation, conventional surgical techniques and supportive treatment cannot always guarantee ideal treatment results. Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has driven major innovations in industry system, including medicine. Recent advances of bioprinting have enabled personalized tissue engineering and regenerative techniques. This review article provides an overview of 3D printing and bioprinting technology, including its application, limitation, and future perspectives in cleft lip/palate treatment.