The Dental industry has been one of the fastest adopters of additive manufacturing to create custom-made devices that are adapted for each patient. Dental professionals can create 3D models from a 3D scan of medical imaging data and then print custom parts, such as aligners or crowns, using the information. What are the current dental lab 3d printer? What are the best options? We looked at some of these machines, and primarily focused on resin 3D printers. These printers are the most widely used in dentistry because light-curing processes enable you to produce very precise and detailed parts that meet the needs of the market. You can find our list of dental 3D printers sorted alphabetically (manufacturer name).
NextDent 5100 3D Printer
3D Systems teamed up with the world leader in biocompatible dental 3D print materials to create the NextDent 5100 3D printer. The printer features the innovative Figure 4 technology, which is combined with a wide range of dental materials resulting in unmatched speed, productivity, and total cost of ownership. NextDent 5100 allows high-speed 3D printing to produce dental appliances. This solution is compatible with the most popular dental software and boasts best-in-class speed and performance. It’s affordable enough to be used in almost all clinics and labs. It supports industry-standard software and has 30 different materials.
Dental Printing With Carbon 3D
The printer was also designed by the American manufacturer carbon and is suitable for dental use. Carbon 3D L1 allows for the production of small or large parts with a single printing process. Dental labs can use the L1 3D printer to quickly and accurately create dental models, whether they are producing functional prototypes or mass-production. The L1 has a build volume measuring 400x250x460mm. Some companies in the dental sector are already using it, including Derby Dental, Affordable Care, and SureSmile from Dentsply Sirona. They can produce thousands of customized and individual aligners every day. CDLP technology is compatible with photopolymers and silicone.
DWS
Another 3D printer manufacturer is DWS, an Italian company. It currently offers the XFAB 2500PD and XFAB 3500PD. Laser stereo lithography is used by all printers. They differ in terms of build size and features. DWS also offers biocompatible resins that are compatible with the machines. This makes dental 3D printing even more simple. DWS emphasizes the speed and precision of its printers as with other resin printers.
Final Verdict
We all fear the sound of the dentist. Even though you might be afraid of the dentist, good oral hygiene is vital for your overall health. You should fill any cavities and fix any missing or damaged teeth. Dentists in a matter of weeks usually complete dental implantations and models. The 3D printing revolution has made it possible to speed up the process and make it more efficient. HeyGears offers a wide range of dental products and has collaborated with hundreds of dental lab partners to develop more than 60 applications. HeyGears Dream Factory program is offered to our partners. It allows us to help them redesign their clinics or labs into productive and efficient workspaces, while also promoting their values and unique style.