3D printing is revolutionising the way we practice all aspects of dentistry, from implantology, orthodontics and prosthodontics. It is truly the next BIG thing. As hardware is constantly improving and new materials are being developed and released annually, it is an exciting time to be a digital dentist or dental technician.

However – did anyone stop to ask – how fast is too fast?

It is all fun and games – until it isn’t.

During this thought-provoking presentation, we will go through the contemporary and near-future issues facing current dental 3D printer users and start having the conversations that need to happen.

This session delves into the techniques and materials that are transforming dental practices and offers insights into achieving precise and reliable outcomes with every print. Join Charlie Anderson from Monocure3D as he presents his ultimate guide to streamline your 3D Printing workflows to achieve consistent results.

Are you a beginner , intermediate air advanced printer? Regardless this lecture will delve into the the important foundation of 3D printing for Dentistry and offer invaluable advice for for anyone at any level wanting to get the most from their printing experience.

This presentation will discuss the principal properties of 3D printing resins which affect their accuracy, strength and performance in dental applications.

Embark on a dental revolution! Discover how cutting-edge materials, AI-driven impressions and 3D printing magic are reshaping dentistry. Streamlined workflows, patient-centric design and telehealth innovations are redefining the future of prosthetic care. Join us in unlocking a new era of precision, comfort and personalised smiles!

This presentation will provide an overview of the medical device regulatory framework in Australia, with specific focus on dental devices. The talk will briefly cover aspects of Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 and the Therapeutic Goods (Medical Devices) Regulations 2002, risk based classification scheme for medical devices, exempt and excluded devices, conformity assessment processes and manufacturer evidence, registration of devices in the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG). Regulatory reforms around personalised medical devices (including custom-made medical devices) will also be discussed.

NOTE: This talk will act as a foundation for the Saturday lecture Verification and Validation aspects for Personalised Medical Devices.

With a special interest in creating dentures using completely digital workflows, dental technician of 40+ years, Terry Whitty, will investigate the current state-of-the-art and look at the myriad approaches being taken to create dentures digitally with a focus on 3D printing workflows. He will detail what works and what needs more work and discuss printers, materials, software and printing techniques in detail. To conclude, an immediate denture will be designed and printed virtually from start to finish and the results may surprise you!

In this lecture, Terry Whitty will delve into the important question of accuracy, what it is and the many ways to improve it with the materials and printers you are using. Other tips and tricks will be discussed that will help you get the prints you need.

This session presents the findings of two relevant studies conducted by students at the University of Otago in New Zealand as follows:

Prolonged Post-washing in Ethanol Decreases Bond Strength of 3D printed Crown Materials

Presented by Zei Kagaoan

Zei will be presenting her honours research on the bond strength of 3D printed crowns and how its influenced by prolonged post-washing process.

Influence of temperature on the dimensional accuracy of 3D printed dental models

Presented by Samantha Khaw

Samantha will be presenting her honours research on the dimensional accuracy of 3D printed dental models and how they are influenced by temperature.

Using facial information, we can perform patient specific dentistry and communicate optimally between the clinical team and their patients, but even more important between clinic and lab. Deliver the most perfect diagnostic wax-up, temp/long term crowns or even the perfect 3D printed splint, every single time.

Since each personalised medical device is unique in its design and construction, ensuring the safety and performance of such devices present new challenges for all stakeholders. This presentation will further elaborate on the concepts of verification and validation in the context of medical devices, from design and manufacturing perspectives. The talk will specifically focus on patient-matched medical devices (PMMDs) and the concept of the specified design envelope associated with PMMDs. Parameters that must be considered within the specified design envelope and verification and validation aspects for devices designed and manufactured within the limits of the specified design envelope will be discussed.

As the inventor of the Truline Invisible Orthodontic system manufactured in the Sydney suburb of Mascot, Terry Whitty utilises state-of-the art 3D printing technology to produce clear aligners 24/7. But just as one-visit chairside DIY milling of crowns are becoming more popular, will one-visit DIY aligners also become practical? In this lecture, Terry will explore the digital aligner workflow and how improvements in hardware, software and materials are making DIY aligners a reality. In addition, direct printing of aligners will also be discussed.

Delve into the intricate economic landscape of automated 3D printing, exploring how advancements in technology are reshaping traditional manufacturing paradigms in dental labs. This session will examine the cost-benefit analysis of integrating automated 3D printing into production processes, shedding light on the potential return on investment and long-term financial gains. From reduced labour costs to increased production efficiency, the economic advantages that dental labs can leverage to stay competitive in an ever-evolving market will be fully investigated.

Join our speakers in a discussion of what's coming next in 3D printing and how you, your practice and laboratory can benefit from new materials, equipment, workflows and applications already under development.