A Beginner’s Guide: Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Say goodbye to old-school moulds and messy impressions – digital dentistry is here to change the game! In this hands-on workshop, we will dive into the exciting world of 3D printing and fundamental digital design, where precision meets innovation.

You’ll learn how to design, and print like a pro. Whether you’re a dentist, technician, or just someone who loves cool gadgets and toys, this workshop will give you the fundamental skills to bring your ideas to life – layer by layer. So get ready to push the “print” button on the future of dentistry. Let’s create and innovate, layer by layer!

Course topics:

• A brief overview of 3D printing in dentistry
• Setting up a 3D printing system
• Digital preparation of models and nightguards
• Physical printing workflow (print, wash and cure)
• Trouble-shooting

Learning objectives:

By the end of this course, attendees should:

• Have a greater understanding of what dental 3D printers are available in the market
• Understand what is involved in equipping their dental clinics/labs for 3D printing
• Be able to digitally prepare an intraoral scan to be 3D print-ready
• Be able to understand how to design a nightguard
• Be able to understand how to physically process a print
• Be able to identify potential causes of issues/problems