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“3D printing is already delivering tangible clinical value in removable prosthodontics”

MUNICH, Germany: Additive manufacturing is rapidly gaining importance in removable prosthodontics. To inform clinicians, a recent review has provided an ...

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Formnext 2026 sees strong early demand from global AM industry

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany: After Formnext’s ten-year anniversary and record attendance in 2025, the lead-up to the 2026 event is already showing strong ...

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Print angulation affects fit and efficiency of 3D‑printed aligners—study

PHOENIX, US: As more practices bring 3D printing in-house, understanding how technical settings affect both accuracy and turnaround time is becoming a ...

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Review assesses 3D-printing technologies for dental models

ATHENS, Greece: As digital workflows become more common in prosthodontics and orthodontics, choosing the right 3D-printing method for dental models is ...

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3D-printing expo Formnext 2026 names UK as partner country

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany: The organisers of the Formnext 3D-printing expo and convention have named the UK as the partner country of this year’s ...

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3D-printed hybrid composite restoration in a fully digital workflow

In recent years, 3D-printed polymer-infiltrated ceramic resins, also defined as hybrid composites, have emerged as a promising option for definitive dental ...

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The use of 3D-printing technology for the prosthetic rehabilitation of a 3.5-year-old child with ectodermal dysplasia

3D printing has emerged as a disruptive innovation in restorative dentistry, offering a high degree of precision, efficiency and customisation.1, 2 Recent ...

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Same-day 3D-printed restorations—taking chairside 3D printing to the next level

Advancements in hardware, software and materials science have meant that same-day 3D printing of dental prostheses—even chairside—is now a predicable ...

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Leading the charge with 3D-printed prostheses

I have been a registered denturist for over 20 years. At our laboratory and clinic, we specialise in removable prosthetic solutions: partial dentures, ...

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Pioneering research validates new dental 3D-printing materials

Many dental professionals are already familiar with 3D printing. The technology continues to find application in the creation of custom surgical guides, ...

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Aesthetic treatment with in-house aligners

A female adult patient visited our clinic with the primary concern of the aesthetics of her maxillary anterior teeth. She was particularly dissatisfied with...

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Ultra-fast 3D-printing process could transform production of zirconia restorations

DALLAS, US: Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have introduced a novel approach to ceramic 3D printing that could streamline the production of...

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3D-printed teeth improve endodontic training in dental education, study finds

WÜRZBURG, Germany: Advances in 3D-printing technology have the potential to transform how future dentists learn practical skills. A new study has ...

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3D-printed screw-retained single crown: A chairside single-visit workflow

The digital revolution in dentistry has introduced increasingly efficient and predictable workflows, enabling clinicians to drastically reduce treatment ...

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Clinical digital workflows for implant crowns

Single-unit and short-span restorations present clinicians with an excellent opportunity to utilise digital workflows. These high-accuracy appliances ...

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Single-appointment 3D printing of inlays and onlays with Midas

In today’s busy life, patients may have trouble coordinating their work and home schedules when treatment requires multiple appointments. Typically, when ...

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Screw-retained implant bridge with multi-unit abutment connection

A 72-year-old patient in good general health presented with partial edentulism in the maxillary posterior region. The main goal was to achieve a rapid fixed...

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3D printing in dentistry: The secret to offering more for less

3D printing has revolutionised modern dentistry, offering a cost-effective, versatile and efficient alternative to traditional fabrication methods. However,...

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Current status of and future trends in dental 3D-printing workflows: New solutions to digital challenges

In recent years, the field of dentistry has undergone a profound transformation with the widespread adoption of digital technologies, particularly in the ...

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3D printing’s place in today’s dental practice

The demand for 3D printing in dentistry has led to remarkable technological developments, making it a more accessible solution for dentists. According to a ...

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AI-enhanced 3D bioprinting enables custom oral soft-tissue grafts

SINGAPORE: Gingival tissue grafting is a well-established procedure in periodontal therapy; however, conventional techniques are often associated with ...

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Revolutionising 3D printing with artificial intelligence

3D printing, commonly referred to as additive manufacturing (AM), is transforming many industries, including dental, biomedical, aerospace, construction and...

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A new era of chairside restorations: “Midas is the first of its kind”

At this year’s International Dental Show (IDS), SprintRay is showcasing its latest development, Midas—a groundbreaking product revolutionising chairside...

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3D-printed provisional restorations for complex prosthetic rehabilitation: Full-mouth restoration of a severe case of erosion

Dental erosion caused by direct acid exposure without bacterial involvement has become increasingly clinically relevant in recent years.1 The extent of ...

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3D-printed 28-tooth complete dentures: A modern approach to dental solutions

Digital workflows and 3D-printing processes are expanding into multiple areas of dental technology, including the fabrication of complete dentures. In our ...

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Asiga’s open operating environment is advancing additive manufacturing

Dental Artistry Implants Crowns and Veneers, owned by Drs Alexander Smith and Thomas Spoonster and located in Bend in Oregon in the US, offers ...

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3D-printed ceramics show promise for dental restorations

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: Additive manufacturing is gaining traction as an alternative to milling for fabrication of ceramic restorations. However, ...

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Digitalisation for the conventional and analogue dentist: Ten key points

Technology enabling a digital workflow has transformed dental practice, providing new opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and the patient ...

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3D technology is the future, and we need to dive in today

I was previously a dental technician and 3D expert at Fibonacci Dental Studio, a compact dental studio focused on complex cases and individual approaches in...

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New denture adhesion solution is inspired by octopus suction cups

LONDON, England: Researchers at King’s College London have recently published details of research which combines biological insights with cutting-edge ...

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