The modern dental sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by advancements in 3D printing technology.
The modern dental sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by advancements in 3D printing technology.
In recent years, adoption of digital dentistry with Stratasys technology has allowed dental labs and clinics to enhance patient care through personalised treatments, precise modelling, and efficient production processes to produce custom dental prosthetics, orthodontic devices, and surgical guides of the highest quality.
Which applications is 3D printing used for in the dental sector?
As dental technology advances, 3D printing has become an essential tool in various applications, offering significant advancements in precision and efficiency.
Our solutions can produce the highest quality monolithic, full-colour dental appliances, as well as consistently accurate surgical guides, and cost-effective models, all delivered on time and at scale. Deliver accurate orthodontic appliance models and high-quality in-mouth applications, including clear splints and cost-effective, high-quality aligner arches at scale.
Whether you’re creating highly aesthetic and customised permanent dentures, printing rigid implant models with transparent surgical guides in a single print, or producing precise crown and bridge models with biocompatible resin, Stratasys technology offers the versatility to meet every demand.
Which Stratasys 3D printers are often used in the dental sector?
With a range of Stratasys printers, highly valued for their precision and versatility in the dental sector, there is no one solution!
Renowned for its exceptional accuracy and ability to print with multiple materials simultaneously, the J3 DentaJet is ideal for creating intricate dental models with various materials, allowing dental labs to expand their capabilities while ensuring top-quality results. For those who prioritize color accuracy, the J5 DentaJet excels in producing TrueDent monolithic dentures and highly realistic color models, helping dental professionals achieve both aesthetic and functional excellence. For high-volume labs seeking efficient scalability, the DentaJet XL offers unmatched precision and speed, making it perfect for high-output production of aligner arches, crown models, and implant cases. Together, these systems support a range of Stratasys certified materials, providing reliable and high-performance solutions for diverse dental applications.
If you’re looking for a metal dental printing solution however, The CORiTEC AM100 from imes-icore offers an accessible and efficient entry point into additive metal dental manufacturing. Using the latest in Laser-Powder-Bed-Fusion technology, the CORiTEC AM100 produces intricate dental prostheses with remarkable precision and speed.
Alternatively, we also offer ceramic dental printing technology with the the XJet Carmel 1400C, which utilises XJet’s revolutionary NanoParticle Jetting™ (NPJ) technology. Enabling the production of ceramic parts of the highest quality – featuring unprecedented levels of detailing, finish and accuracy – without compromising throughput or build time.
Our expert team is dedicated to helping you choose the right technology based on your specific needs, offering guidance to ensure you find the best fit for your dental practice.
Which 3D printing materials are often used in dental?
Stratasys Dental Series 3D printers utilise a range of specialised Stratasys certified materials to produce highly accurate dental appliances, restorations, and models. PolyJet TrueDent is a patented, FDA-cleared (Class II) resin designed for printing dentures and temporary crowns and bridges with precision. PolyJet Colour offers vivid, opaque and clear lifelike full-colour dental models, enhancing both the accuracy of restorations and patient education through precise colour matching. PolyJet Biocompatible materials include rigid opaque or clear resins and flexible options, providing superior dimensional stability for creating dental models, surgical guides, and gingival masks. Additionally, P3 DLP Dental Resins represent industry-leading, high-performance materials that ensure exceptional results in dental production.
What examples are there of Stratasys 3D printers used by the dental sector?
Dental industry innovators are pioneering the use of 3D printing to turn their concepts into real-world solutions for their patients. Protec Dental Laboratories Ltd, which has been utilising additive manufacturing since 2008, recently experienced a boost in both productivity and product quality after adopting the Stratasys Origin One Dental Printer. This advancement, along with their ongoing use of Stratasys technology, has significantly enhanced their production workflow and the quality of their dental restorations. Similarly, UK Dentech has benefited from Stratasys printers by improving their production workflow and achieving high-quality dental restorations. These examples illustrate how Stratasys 3D printing solutions are transforming dental practices with cutting-edge, reliable, and efficient manufacturing capabilities.