Reliable, permanent 3D printing and reliably high throughput for your orthodontic laboratory
With Formlabs Dental, we offer you a simple and fast 3D printing solution for your orthodontic practice or ortho lab. This allows you to produce aligners, retainers, splints or transfer splints in-house at low cost.
3D printing for orthodontics
Watch videoAn easy and coherent workflow
The Formlabs Dental ecosystem offers a simple and clean workflow that can be implemented in any orthodontic practice or laboratory. It includes user-friendly preparation software, additional monitoring tools and automated post-processing.
1. 3D scanning
You receive the patient anatomy digitally from dentists via a 3D scanner or digitize impressions with a laboratory scanner.
2. digital planning
Process the scan data into a printable model, a dental application or a restoration design using the PreForm print preparation software or in your dental software.
- Formlabs 3D printers can be used with all CAD dental software that supports the export of STL data.
- Integration with 3Shape, ExoCAD and more
3. 3D printing
To set up printing, import the CAD files into the PreForm print preparation software and send them to a Formlabs printer.
- Easily exchange the materials and resin tanks for other applications.
- Start print jobs remotely while on the move.
4. post-processing
After printing, wash, dry and harden the printed parts. These parts can be used intraorally or for the fabrication of various indications.
- Save work, time and money with automatic post-processing
5. application
Use the parts directly or fabricate orthodontic appliances such as transparent aligners or retainers. You can use the 3D-printed models with your existing work processes and tools.
Lower costs with higher production volumes
The automatic resin dispensing through the cartridge and the large build platform of the Formlabs Form 3B enable the simultaneous production of more parts per print job. As a result, up to 55% less working time and costs are required compared to competitor 3D printers.
Orthodontic models directly on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 200 μm layer thickness
Up to 9 models per print in approx. 1.25 h or 1 model in approx. 20 min for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Orthodontic models directly on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 100 μm layer thickness
Up to 9 models per print in approx. 2.50 h for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Orthodontic models almost vertically on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 100 μm layer thickness
Up to 18 models per print in approx. 5.50 h for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Orthodontic models directly on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 200 μm layer thickness
Up to 24 models per print in approx. 2.50 h for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Orthodontic models directly on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 100 μm layer thickness
Up to 9 models per print in approx. 2.50 h for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Orthodontic models almost vertically on the building platform
Draft V2 resin with 100 μm layer thickness
Up to 52 models per print in approx. 5.50 hours for CHF 1.70 to 2.50 per model
Occlusal splints
Dental LT Clear Resin with 100 µm layer thickness
Up to 6 rails per printing process in 4 hours for CHF 3.50 to 4.- per rail
Transfer rails
IBT Resin with 100 µm layer thickness
Up to 6 rails per printing process in 2 hours for CHF 5 per rail
Calculate your time and cost savings
Use Formlabs’ interactive ROI tool to calculate your time and cost savings when 3D printing with a Formlabs dental 3D printer.
Calculate your ROIA system that adapts to your needs
As order volumes grow, you can seamlessly add more 3D printers and post-processing units to your system. Expand with the Formlabs Form 3B to respond flexibly to demand or with the Formlabs Form 3BL to process large batches. However, you don’t have to dig too deep into your wallet and can easily integrate the new devices into your existing system.
Simple print preparation
Import your digital impressions directly and prepare your model for printing with just a few clicks. Or use the “Scan-to-Model” function to convert intraoral 3D scan files into closed, 3D printable models. The Formlabs Preform software is free of charge: Consequently, there are no licenses or annual fees.
Test Preform SoftwareFormlabs Dashboard
The clear online dashboard from Formlabs makes it easy to manage and monitor an entire fleet of printers. You also have complete control over all settings and materials, regardless of your location. The dashboard also provides you with useful information on usage and consumption, presented in easy-to-understand statistics.
Further information on the dashboard
Formlabs Dental Service Plan
Together with Formlabs Dental, we offer a dedicated team of certified dental account managers to provide you with professional assistance when you need it.
The Dental Service Plan includes, among other things:
- An introductory training course online or at Formlabs headquarters
- Proactive contact on progress and printer diagnostics every six months
- Telephone and prioritized email customer service from our dedicated team of dental customer service representatives
- Replacement of Form 3B printers under warranty for minimal downtime
Into the digital future of your orthodontic laboratory with the Formlabs Form 3B complete package
The Form 3B complete package contains everything you need to bring high-precision 3D printing to your orthodontic practice or laboratory.
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