3D Printed Appliances
3D Printed Appliances – Including RPE’s, Bands, LLHA’s, Tongue/Thumb Cribs etc.
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The adoption of 3D printed appliances is rapidly streamlining orthodontic treatment delivery. Unlike conventionally banded appliances, digital workflows allow for greater precision and reduced patient visits.
Why 3D Printed Appliances?
- Reduced appointments: Eliminates the need for separator placement and removal.
- Enhanced fit: Digital bands provide superior first-time fit compared to stock bands.
- Minimized chairside adjustment: Orthodontic Ai CAD/CAM designed to ensures accurate adaptation, saving valuable clinical time.
- Durability: High-strength printed bands in Stainless Steel reduce the incidence of breakages.
- Patient-centered care: Fewer visits and less discomfort improve overall treatment experience.
Getting Started with 3D Printed Appliances
- Intraoral scanning: Capture a digital impression of the patient.
- Prescription submission: Upload scans and select 3D printed bands as the method of banding.
- Laboratory fabrication: The appliance is digitally designed, 3D printed in Stainless Steel, and shipped back to the practice.
- Clinical delivery: Seat the appliance in a single visit—no separators required.
This workflow not only enhances efficiency but also supports predictable, high-quality outcomes.