3D printing technology is well on its way to improving the lives of people worldwide, with 3D bioprinting an impressive part of this effort. Texas-based TeVido BioDevices is working to "build better breasts" to help survivors of breast cancer with reconstruction. Nipple reconstruction is a particularly tricky part of the breast reconstruction process, with long-term results often unpredictable. TeVido is working on a 3D bioprinting method that would use a woman's own cells to reconstruct nipple tissue, lessening risks of rejection and allowing for a truly fit-for-her result. With funding from the National Science Foundation and the National Cancer Institute, TeVido next turned to Indiegogo for crowdfunding for patent protection. At the end of January, TeVido's $30,000 goal was successfully raised, and the company is on its way to improving the quality of life for countless individuals. Find out more in the full article: http://3dprint.com/42233/tevido-3d-printed-nipples/


Below is a look at TeVido BioDevices' work toward 3D bioprinted nipple tissue: