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Practical Dental 3D Printing

2025-01-13 | Dr. Jordan Thomas, DMD

Practical Dental 3D Printing

A Comprehensive Dental 3D Printing CE Course

Overview

Welcome to the future of dental technology with 3D printing. The Practical 3D Printing CE course is designed to help dental professionals integrate cutting-edge 3D printing workflows into their practices. Whether you're aiming to print models, occlusal guards, dentures, or surgical guides, Dr. Sully Sullivan and Dr. Tim Anderson will equip you with the skills needed to succeed in the rapidly advancing field of digital dentistry. This hands-on CE course is ideal for dentists looking to expand their services with 3D printing while increasing case acceptance and improving patient satisfaction.

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Capturing Digital Impressions

One of the core elements of the dental 3D printing workflow is capturing accurate digital impressions. This course emphasizes practical, easy-to-implement techniques for ensuring predictable and efficient digital impressions in your dental practice. You’ll learn how to simplify and streamline the process using state-of-the-art scanning technology.

Software Design

The course includes comprehensive training on using both third-party design services and in-house dental-specific software. Whether you choose to delegate or take control of the design process, this course will provide the tools and techniques necessary to create effective and efficient designs for your 3D printing workflows. From diagnostics to full arch guides, software design plays a crucial role in the digital transformation of your practice.

Printing Materials

The right materials are key to successful 3D printing. This course provides a deep dive into the various printing materials available, helping you understand their proper applications for different dental procedures such as night guards, dentures, and surgical guides. You’ll learn about the material properties that ensure high-quality results every time.

Post-Processing & Finishing

After printing, the process doesn’t stop. This course will teach you how to simplify post-printing processes and finishing techniques. You’ll discover practical steps for cleaning, curing, and finalizing your printed models to ensure they are ready for clinical use. Efficient post-processing is key to maximizing the benefits of 3D printing in your dental office.

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3d Printer Brand Used in This Course

SprintRay –

SprintRay is a pioneer in digital dentistry, offering a complete range of 3D printing solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and patient care in dental practices. Their flagship product, the Pro 2 3D Printer, stands out for its speed and precision, capable of producing highly accurate dental models and appliances. For smaller practices, the Midas offers a budget-friendly 3D printing solution with balanced performance.

SprintRay also provides a wide variety of biocompatible resins for different dental applications, including NightGuard 2 for night guards, High Impact Denture for durable dentures, and Crown and Bridge resins for temporary restorations. Their Surgical Guides and Castable Resins enable precise implant placement and metal restorations, while Model Resin ensures accurate dental models.

To complete the 3D printing workflow, SprintRay offers post-processing equipment, such as the ProWash S for cleaning prints, and the ProCure 2 for curing resins to achieve optimal mechanical properties. Their RayWare Desktop software streamlines print job management, making the process even more efficient.

SprintRay’s ecosystem is designed to enhance productivity and patient care by reducing lab fees and offering custom-made solutions with in-office printing. Their commitment to innovation and comprehensive support make them a leading name in dental 3D printing.

Hands-On Training & Course Offerings

This course offers hands-on training for key applications of dental 3D printing, including:

  • How to design and print occlusal guards
  • Characterizing dentures for better esthetics
  • Creating single-tooth implant surgical guides
  • Efficiently printing diagnostic models
  • Team-driven 3D printing workflows for delegation

Each step is practical, predictable, and profitable, allowing you to enhance both clinical outcomes and business efficiency.

Course Registration

Ready to bring 3D printing to your dental practice? The Practical 3D Printing CE Course is available both online and in-person. Dentists can choose between on-demand access for $995 or the in-person hands-on workshop for $2,995, which includes training for one dentist and one assistant. Register today and take the first step toward transforming your practice with cutting-edge 3D printing technology.

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