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Medit recently held its 2023 Innovation Day, where they showcased ClinicCAD. We’ve written a quick blog that breaks down just what ClinicCAD is, you can read it here.I was grateful to be invited to speak and share my experience with ClinicCAD, so I thought I’d show you my experience in a short blog. Here’s how I
Pearl, a company that provides artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for dentistry, has partnered with Gamma Tech, a provider of X-ray services in Australia and New Zealand. Through this partnership, Gamma Tech will distribute Pearl’s AI-powered software Second Opinion to its customers in these regions. Second Opinion is a chairside tool that uses AI to detect dental
Big news from Ackuretta, they’ve announced some interesting updates for their ALPHA AI slicing software that could reduce failed prints by up to 75%!ALPHA AI allows you to import your file, choose the 3D printer and resin used, select the desired layer thickness, orientate and add supports to the application, and then slice it, ready
Eighteeth (owned by Sifary group) has announced its acquisition of ZHEAN Healthcare, a developer of oral digitalization equipment and AI diagnostic software.ZHEAN was founded in 2019 and is known for its intraoral scanner- the HELIOS 500 – which can be used for dental restorations, orthodontics, and implants. An example of a scan with the HELIOS
Introduction to Medit Link for Clinics with macOSMedit have made a big name for themselves in digital dentistry thanks to their incredible value. Just last week, Medit held its “Innovation Day 2023” where they showcased all their completely free apps, including their new Medit ClinicCAD app beta.I was honoured to be one of 5 clinicians around
DS World – by Dentsply Sirona – is one of the biggest digital dentistry events held each year.Every year, thousands of dental professionals flock to Las Vegas for three days of insightful talks and exciting product announcements by the company. This year around 6000 attended. We’ve collected all of the most notable new releases at DS
Big news in the world of digital dentistry, as Straumann Group has confirmed that they are acquiring Chinese company AlliedStar – makers of the AS 100, AS 200E and AS 260 intraoral scanners.It looks like Straumann is hoping to tap into the Chinese scanner market with a competitive and affordable scanner solution. Straumann has said that
After releasing our exocad online training course with Marjorie Andrade, we started to get bombarded with questions about this CAD software for dental professionals. So, we thought we’d put together a handy resource for anyone looking to learn more about exocad. If you’re looking for online exocad training, we have one of the most comprehensive courses available. It
For anyone who uses the GC Initial LiSi Block with their CEREC we’ve got some big news! GC have announced a reduction in the minimal thickness requirements for the LiSi Block!The previous parameter was 1.5mm, and set in place when you choose the material on your CEREC. This meant cutting more of the tooth back compared to
3D printing is a rapidly growing technology that is being used in a variety of industries. Dentistry is one of the latest fields to adopt 3D printing technology, and it is revolutionizing the way dental appliances are made. While 3D printing originally started as just printing models, it has now expanded to almost every aspect of
3Shape have had an exciting month so far. The company has just announced a new upgraded TRIOS MOVE+ and Model Builder software called Model Builder Express. Lastly, and most interestingly, the company also unveiled 3Shape Produce – their new CAM solution. Let’s breakdown these updates below.TRIOS MOVE+ Updates and TRIOS MOVE for TRIOS 5.On September 5th, 3Shape introduced
Big news from one of 3D printing’s up-and-comer companies today – Ackuretta have just announced the CURIE Plus – their latest biocompatible UV Curing Unit. It will be a part of their 3D printing ecosystem, which means you can now easily slice, print, wash, and cure with the entirety of Ackuretta’s product line. The company just had
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