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A printed smile

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As the Economist says, a pair of straight and gleaming teeth makes for a beautiful smile. But how many people who have undergone a little dental maintenance realize that they may have some of the first products of a new industrial revolution inside their mouths? Who would’ve though that if you combine 3D printing and dentistry it would result in a technological marvel that’s about to embrace the world?  Indeed, 3D printing is coming of age as a technique and is about to reach new levels…

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