Objet has launched a new Bio-Compatible 3D printing material (MED610). According to Objet, the material combines bio-compatibility with dimensional stability and clear transparency. This makes it useful for PMMA simulation and a wide range of medical and dental applications.
Dr. Stan Brodie, Specialist in Digital Implant Planning and Surgical Guides, iDent, and a user of Objet 3D printing technology said, "The accuracy and fine detail of Objet 3D-printed surgical guides guarantee surgeons a consistently high level of precision that's unmatched by manual processes. The new Bio-Compatible material now introduces further benefits to the process with improved transparency, making it easier to monitor underlying soft tissue during dental procedures."
Avi Cohen, Head of Medical Solutions, Objet said, "Objet invests significantly in R&D in order to proactively meet the requirements of our customers. The advanced mechanical properties of the new Bio-Compatible material, including its clear transparency bring benefits to the entire medical and dental workflow - from surgical planning through to the procedure itself."
The new Objet Bio-Compatible material is for prolonged skin contact of over 30 days and mucosal-membrane contact of up to 24 hours. It has five medical approvals according to the harmonized standard ISO 10993-1: Cytotoxicity, Genotoxicity, Delayed Type Hypersensitivity, Irritation and USP Plastic Class VI. The Bio-Compatible material can be used on all Objet Connex and Eden 3D printers and is available for purchase immediately. Existing customers can use this material following a software upgrade.
