The rise of technology, computer-aided design and manufacturing, 3D printing, and even AI is having a massive impact on our workflows as dental professionals. This evolution has made for some magnificent achievements in the past couple of years, especially when considering denture ...

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As well as being the director and co-founder of iDD, Dr Ahmad Al-Hassiny also works full-time as a dentist in Wellington. So in addition to teaching and providing education on digital dentistry, Dr Ahmad implements these techniques for his own patients. Here’s ...

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The world of dentistry has seen some revolutionary changes in recent years, and one of the most significant advancements has been the rise of 3D printing in dentistry. In particular, the exciting idea of 3D printing restorations. We have previously covered the ...

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Surgical guides play a pivotal role in implant dentistry, facilitating precise and predictable implant placement. The rise of 3D printing technology has transformed the fabrication of surgical guides from something that was quite tedious, to something produced in the dental office. In-house ...

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Over the past few years, we have witnessed significant advancements in 3D-printed bite splints, with numerous resin types entering the market.However, a persistent challenge with this workflow has been achieving a glossy surface finish akin to traditional analog bite splints that may ...

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Dental splints and nightguards are dental appliances that serve multiple purposes, from protecting teeth to managing bruxism and temporomandibular joint disorders. The emergence of 3D printing technology and quality resin materials has revolutionized their fabrication, offering significant advantages in terms of accuracy, ...

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3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has revolutionized various industries with its ability to create detailed and precise three-dimensional objects. In dentistry, 3D printing is now playing a critical role in many indications such as fabricating accurate dental models. This is ...

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