The Role of Teledentistry and 3D Printing Dental missions have long been a vital part of global healthcare, providing essential dental care in underserved communities. As technology continues to evolve, the integration of advanced tools like teledentistry and 3D printing is transforming the landscape of dental care, making it more accessible, efficient, and effective. In 2025, these technologies are helping to bridge the gap in dental care for populations with limited access to professional dental services, revolutionizing how care is delivered in mission settings worldwide. Teledentistry: Expanding Reach and Access Teledentistry is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern dental missions.

Harnessing the capabilities of technology, IMR volunteers in Ecuador used 3D printers to craft personalized 3D-printed partials for patients, elevating smiles and multiplying the positive effect dental care has on IMR patients. This initiative goes beyond dental innovation; it’s a testament to what can be achieved when diverse skills converge for a shared purpose. The precision and accuracy achieved through 3D printing are unparalleled in limited-resource settings. Traditional methods of creating partials and dentures often involve multiple steps, including manual mold-making and adjustments, which can lead to patient inconsistencies and discomfort. However, 3D printing allows for creating highly customized, patient-specific

After weeks of planning with a phenomenal group of collaborators, International Medical Relief’s charter plane was packed to the ceiling with procured supplies and equipment including dental chairs, medications, units and everything needed to set up a mobile dental clinic. After a short flight from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, the plane landed and was quickly unloaded. With the help of our Bahamian partners, all items cleared customs and were transported to the venue. Set up went smoothly with the help of phenomenal humanitarians who were willing to do whatever is needed to serve vulnerable patients. Nurse practitioners, dentists, nurses, physicians,