3D printer vs. CAD-CAM: which dental crown wins?

NCT ID NCT07031856

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Cukurova University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two types of dental crowns: one made with a 3D printer and one made with a standard CAD-CAM machine. Twelve people with two damaged teeth will get one of each crown to see which performs better in terms of look, function, and gum health over two years. The goal is to find out if 3D-printed crowns are a good alternative to the usual method.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: 3D-printed partial crown and CAD-CAM partial crown
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that 3D-printed crowns are as good or better than standard CAD-CAM crowns for dental restorations.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early trial with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study only lasts 2 years, so long-term performance is unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries tooth disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DENTAL CARIES DENTAL RESTORATION, PERMANENT TOOTH DISEASES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Çukurova Üniversitesi Diş Hekimliği Fakültesi
RECRUITING

Adana, Sarıçam, 01250, Turkey (Türkiye)

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