# A Complete Digital Workflow Using the Additive Manufacturing Injection Molding (AMIM) Technique for Polychromatic Anterior Resin Composite Restorations

**Authors:** Leonardo M Nassani, Rafat S Amer, Shereen S Azer, Daniel S Clark, Khalil Ezzeddine

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.82989 · 2025-04-25

## TL;DR

This paper presents a new digital method for creating realistic tooth restorations using 3D-printed resin, offering better precision and aesthetics than traditional techniques.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in the fully digital AMIM workflow for polychromatic anterior resin composite restorations using flexible 3D-printed resin.

## Key findings

- The AMIM technique demonstrated feasibility and predictability in creating aesthetically pleasing restorations.
- The method effectively addressed short lateral incisors and hypocalcification staining in a clinical case.
- The digital workflow improved precision and efficiency compared to traditional methods.

## Abstract

This case report introduces the Additive Manufacturing Injection Molding (AMIM) technique, a fully digital workflow using orthodontic 3D-printed resin for polychromatic anterior composite restorations. The technique aims to improve precision and efficiency compared to traditional methods. This report demonstrates the feasibility and predictability of using flexible 3D-printed resin in conjunction with a digital workflow to achieve aesthetically pleasing outcomes in a patient seeking treatment for short lateral incisors and hypocalcification staining.

## Full-text entities

- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

## Figures

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