Table 1 Advantages and disadvantages of mainstream bioprinting technology
From: Emerging 3D bioprinting applications in plastic surgery
Technology Type | Advantage | Disadvantage | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Inkjet-based Bioprinting | Fast speed Low cost Strong simulation | Easy clogging of nozzles Limited ink viscosity Uneven ink size Poor sequence lines | |
Laser-based Bioprinting | High resolution High cell viability Wide range of cell density Wide range of biomaterial viscosity | Photocrosslinker toxicity Photo-induced gene mutation Expensive Time consuming | |
Extrusion-based Bioprinting | Extensibility Easy to operate High versatility Low price Wide range of cell density Wide range of biomaterial viscosity | Low resolution Low cell viability |