Future prospects in 3-dimensional (3D) technology and Mohs micrographic surgery

Abstract

The advancement of three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting has allowed for changes within the field of dermatology. Skin bioprinting is a transformative technology used to fabricate biomimetic scaffold architectures which mimic human skin. This paper briefly discusses three major types of biological printing: inkjet-based bioprinting, laser-assisted bioprinting and pressure-assisted bioprinting in regard to skin bioprinting for Mohs application. This manuscript reviews the basic principles of 3D printing (inkjet-based bioprinting, laser-assisted bioprinting and pressure-assisted bioprinting), current 3D skin bioprinting applications and methods, and perspectives on using 3D printing for Mohs surgery.

Keywords

• mohs
• mohs surgery
• reconstructive surgical procedures
• three-dimensional model
• three-dimensional printing
• dermatologic surgery
• bioprinting
• tissue engineering
• wound healing
• skin grafting