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3D dental printer - the process flow
If you are thinking about using a 3D printer in your dental laboratory, you probably have a few questions. One example is the term photopolymerisation, which many people do not know exactly what it is. However, the key question for you is probably what a validated workflow looks like. In this article, we will look into this question for you and show you how an effective and reliable process flow works with the device. For reasons of space, we will limit ourselves to use in the dental sector.
A 3D printing process in the dental laboratory: the basic procedure
Please note: There may be slight differences in the process depending on the print product. We are therefore only presenting the basic procedure. However, there is a validated workflow for all common dental projects. You will always receive instructions in the accompanying materials for the devices or from our support team on how to vary the described procedure to ensure an effective and safe process flow.
The 3D printing process usually begins in the dental practice. For example, impressions are taken of the patient or their jaw is measured. You receive the relevant data and make it available to the computer, which is connected to the 3D printer. The next step is to select the material. As a rule, you use a dental resin. Now it's time to print. This involves photopolymerisation: The material is cured layer by layer with UV light - and, depending on the product, may also be post-cured.
The printing process takes several hours. The exact time depends on what is to be printed. Once it is complete, the device must be cleaned. For this cleaning process, parts from the 3D printer are placed in a special bath, for example.
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Cleaning
Regular cleaning of the 3D printer is crucial for consistent and precise printing results. Deposits and impurities can impair the print quality and shorten the service life of the device. To avoid this, thorough maintenance is essential. In our video, we show you step by step how to clean your 3D printer properly. You will learn how to clean all the important components to ensure consistent performance. Follow the instructions and keep your 3D printer in optimal condition for perfect printing results.
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Solident GmbH, Schwerte
Die digitale Fertigung unserer Schienen erledigt die gleiche Mitarbeiterin, die vorher die Schienen konventionell hergestellt hat. Sie war ohne jegliche CAD/CAM - Erfahrung, dennoch hat die Umstellung nur einen Tag gedauert.
3D printing process: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Why is dental resin the material of choice in most cases?
Dental resin is flexible and therefore versatile. As it is biologically harmless, it can be used without any problems for printed products that patients have to wear in their mouths.
How does the cleaning process work?
<p style="colour: #fff; "For example, you can purchase the Ackuretta Cleani device from us here. It is specially designed to continue the coordinated 3D printing process. Alternatively, you can also use special finish kits to be able to react appropriately to any cleaning process that may arise.Decide now to carry out 3D printing processes safely and effectively with our help in future and provide your patients with even better care.
We are sure you will agree with the explanations given so far: An effective and safe process flow is not complicated. The most demanding task is preparing the print in the computer - and this is also easy after a short familiarisation phase. Otherwise, switching to 3D printing processes will save you time, money and, in many cases, nerves.
Dr. Clemens Fricke
Training manager dentona AG
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Prozessablauf 3D-Dentaldrucker
- Effiziente Abläufe: Dank klar definierter Workflows wird der gesamte Druckprozess effizient gestaltet, um die besten Ergebnisse zu garantieren.
- Hochwertige Materialien: Unsere biokompatiblen Dentalharze bieten höchste Qualität und sorgen für sichere und langlebige Produkte.
- Moderne Technologie: Nutzen Sie fortschrittliche Photopolymerisation, um präzise und fehlerfreie Druckprodukte zu erstellen.
- Einfache Reinigung: Unsere speziell entwickelten Finish Kits und Reinigungsgeräte ermöglichen eine schnelle und unkomplizierte Nachbearbeitung.
- Flexible Einsatzmöglichkeiten: Ob Implantate, Provisorien oder Dentalmodelle – der 3D-Druck lässt sich an jede Anwendung anpassen.
- Kosten- und Zeitersparnis: Automatisierte Abläufe und präzise Materialauswahl sparen Zeit und reduzieren Produktionskosten.
Diese Vorteile machen den Prozessablauf des 3D-Drucks zur idealen Lösung für Dentallabore, die Effizienz, Präzision und innovative Technologien kombinieren möchten.
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