A dental workshop on ‘Fabrication of Monolithic Complete Denture using Polyjet 3D Printer’ was held at Naga Hospital Authority, Kohima on 4th July 2026 where around 30 participants attended the workshop.
Speaking at the workshop, Commissioner & Secretary, H&FW, Anoop Khinchi, IAS said that, this is a time when healthcare is being redefined by technology and dentistry is no exception. The way we plan treatment, design prosthetics, and deliver care to patients is changing faster than ever before. Digital tools are no longer the future they are the present. From digital impressions to CAD-CAM and 3D printing, we are seeing a clear shift toward precision, speed, and patient comfort. As a government, we see digital dentistry as a key part of making healthcare more accessible and efficient in our state and across the region, he added
He said that Monolithic complete dentures made with polyjet 3D printing represent a major step forward. Traditional workflows are technique-sensitive and time- consuming. With 3D printing, we can produce a monolithic denture that is strong, biocompatible, and accurately adapted in a fraction of the time. This is innovation that directly impacts patient care and life.
He noted that workshops like this are vital as they bridge the gap between theory and practice and urge all participants to make the most of the hands-on sessions, ask questions, practice and collaborate with the experts.
He further stated that the government is committed to supporting continuing education and skill development so that our healthcare workforce stays ahead of emerging technologies. No single institution can drive this change alone. It requires hospitals academic organizations, industry partners, and government agencies to work together. He inform that hospitals provide the clinical ground, Academia provides the research, Industry provides the technology and government provides the policy support and infrastructure. When we align, we accelerate innovation and ensure that new treatments reach the patients who need them most.
He also acknowledged the Technology Advisor, Industry 4.0 Innovation centre, and for technology support and providing 3d printer to NHAK.
He urge all to embrace evidence-based digital workflows and ensure that the benefits of 3D printing and digital dentistry are not limited to a few centers, but reach district hospitals, dental colleges, and community clinics.
(Siizo Kikhi IA)
