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
