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Table 2 Comparison of Root mean-squared (RMS) values of trueness between models with diastema and edentulous spaces (DEM) and models with crowding (CM) for each 3D printer tested

From: Accuracy (trueness and precision) of 3D printed orthodontic models finalized to clear aligners production, testing crowded and spaced dentition

3D Printers

Groups

N

RMS (mm)

SD

RMS Difference (mm)

SE Difference

Significance

Asiga Pro 4k65

DEM

10

0,154

0,019

0,001

0,007

NS

CM

10

0,155

0,012

Photon M3

DEM

10

0,208

0,017

0,005

0,007

NS

CM

10

0,214

0,015

Form 3B

DEM

10

0,083

0,008

0,001

0,004

NS

CM

10

0,082

0,009

Vector 3SP

DEM

10

0,080

0,006

0,002

0,004

NS

CM

10

0,078

0,010

  1. N Sample number, SD Standard deviation, Diff Difference, NS Not significant. Significance set at p < 0.05 and based on unpaired Student's t test