From Scan to Solution: In-Office 3D Printing for Everyday Dentistry

3D printing is rapidly expanding the possibilities of digital dentistry, but successful clinical implementation requires more than simply adding a printer to the workflow. Material selection, digital design, manufacturing parameters, post-processing, and validation all influence the quality and predictability of the final printed device. 

This webinar will follow the complete in-office 3D printing journey, from digital data acquisition and design to additive manufacturing, post-processing, and clinical delivery. The course will explore the principles of digital light processing (DLP), automated post-processing, software connectivity, and the role of validated workflows in reducing variability. It will also review the main material categories and clinical applications relevant to everyday practice, including surgical guides, occlusal splints, models, and temporary restorations. Practical manufacturing sequences, software workflows, and clinical examples will connect the underlying technology with real-world implementation and clinical decision-making.

This course aims to teach learners how to:

• Identify where additive manufacturing can provide practical clinical value within a digital dental workflow
• Understand the key factors that influence the accuracy, safety, and predictability of 3D-printed dental applications, and how automation and intelligent software guidance can streamline the workflow from digital design through post-processing
• Select and integrate appropriate digital workflows, materials, and manufacturing strategies for common in-office clinical applications