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Viewers will see the benefits of applying this new technology to eliminate inconsistencies that come from the current processes in the dental laboratory.

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		3D printed removable partial frameworks

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How 3D printing can advance your dental lab

, an industry-leading provider of dental laboratory products and services, announced the release of 

The new blocks, available in both 20x19 and 40x19 sizes, are to be distributed exclusively by 

BruxZir™ Shaded 16, the series of pre-shaded zirconia blocks matching all 

 line, the most prescribed brand of solid zirconia restorative material.

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Reportedly known for its superior strength and unique vital translucence, the addition of inLab®-compatible BruxZir™ Shaded 16 blocks to the BruxZir portfolio is said to deliver consistency and complete shade penetration to dental technicians implementing Sirona’s CEREC

 and MC XL milling machines. With the significant market penetration of Sirona CAD/CAM systems, distribution of blocks consistent with the machines’ specifications reportedly ensures a wide new audience for the benefits provided.

For more information on BruxZir Solid Zirconia, watch the video below:






Glidewell Laboratories, an industry-leading provider of dental laboratory products and services, announced the release of BruxZir™ Shaded 16 blocks compatible with CEREC® and inLab

BruxZir(TM) Shaded 16 CAD/CAM blocks now available for use with Sirona CAD/CAM Solutions

. The scanners are equipped with 4 x 5.0 MP cameras and high-quality mechanics to improve scanning accuracy and new multi-line technology for increased scanning speeds.

The D2000 reduces handling time by 40 percent and includes several other new features like “all-in-one” scanning and a large interior with room for two models. This process can eliminate four out the five workflow steps used to scan e.g., a three-unit bridge.

Additionally, 3Shape Auto-Occlusion Technology makes the taking of a separate bite scan unnecessary. Auto-Occlusion Technology merges the previously simultaneously scanned models within the software to create a correct bite.

To learn more about the D2000 and how it compares to conventional scanners, watch the video below:

To learn more about 3Shape's entire line of scanners, watch the video below:

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 3Shape introduced two new lab scanners, the D2000 and D1000. The scanners are equipped with 4 x 5.0 MP cameras and high-quality mechanics to improve scanning accuracy and new multi-line technology for increased scanning speeds.

3Shape releases two new D-series lab scanners

	While at IDS 2015 in Cologne, Dental Lab Products got the chance to see products in action, including the 

 is compact (47.7 x 69.3 x 61.3 cm) and is suited for laboratories of all sizes. The M1 offers extremely short milling time and is available in several models including M1, M1 ABUTMENT, M1 WET and M1 WET HEAVY. 

While the M1 offers processing capabilities for soft materials such as zirconia, resin, wax, wood and sinter material, the M1 WET is equipped with a wet processing function allowing for the additional processing of glass ceramics. Additionally, M1 WET HEAVY can process both soft and hard materials. 

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Check out this video to see the milling unit in action: 

 While at IDS 2015 in Cologne, Dental Lab Products got the chance to see products in action, including the Zirkonzahn M1 WET milling machine. 

Zirkonzahn line of M1 milling units offer multiple options for milling

 announced it has entered into a multinational distribution agreement with 

, the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners.  

Under the new agreement, Henry Schein will offer 

 to its dental laboratory customers in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Australia and Thailand. The agreement reportedly substantially expands 3DS’ dental labs reach and integrates its printers into Henry Schein’s complete digital dental solution.

Under the terms of this agreement, Henry Schein will market and sell 3DS’ micro-SLA 

 as part of its digital dental laboratory offering, which includes 3D scanners, software, installation and post-sales support.

“3D Systems is an industry leader in high-fidelity, precision 3D printing,” said Robert Gottlander, vice president, global prosthetic solutions, Henry Schein. “We are very pleased to offer our dental lab customers 3D Systems’ high-performance 3D printers as part of our integrated digital dental solution.”

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Engineered specifically for the demanding dental lab environment, the new multipurpose ProJet 3510 DP

 3D printer is said to provide round-the-clock printing capabilities and features a large build volume, allowing lab managers to rethink maximum throughput and tighten production schedules. With the ProJet 3510 DP

, labs can print enhanced, highly accurate wax-ups for crowns, bridges and partial denture frameworks, in addition to working models for crown and bridge, orthodontic, partial dentures, and dental models in USP Class VI-capable 

The desktop ProJet 1200 puts industrial-grade SLA 3D printing in an affordable lab benchtop package. With specially engineered materials, including 

 FTX Cast, this compact machine quickly produces dental wax-ups - for copings, bridges and pressed ceramics - that are compatible with traditional workflows.

“We are excited to work with a leading digital dental solution provider of the caliber of Henry Schein,” said 

Kevin McAlea, COO, health care products, 3DS

. “This agreement provides unprecedented access for our latest dental 3D printers with a world-class organization that is uniquely qualified to deliver integrated digital dental solutions, services and support to our mutual dental customers.”

3DS’ dental solutions were showcased at the 

 February 27 – 28, 2015, and will also be on display at 

, March 10–14, 2015, in Cologne, Germany.

To find out more about 3DS’ dental solutions, visit 

 3D Systems announced it has entered into a multinational distribution agreement with Henry Schein, Inc., the world’s largest provider of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal health and medical practitioners.           

3D Systems and Henry Schein enter multinational distribution agreement

, a new and advanced system with technology engineered to allow time savings and digital precision to benefit dental practices and dental laboratories. 

The Pala Digital Denture system technology uses computer aided design (

 for an excellent fit with great esthetics that practices can deliver to their patients two times faster than conventional systems. Despite the time savings, there is reportedly no compromise in either comfort or esthetics; the end-result is a high quality, well-polished appliance that delivers a precise fit.

The Pala Digital Denture system allows the dentist to capture the final impression, bite, vertical dimension and centric relation in a single patient visit, compared to three visits with conventional systems. Once the lab receives the impression, it is scanned and forwarded to Heraeus Kulzer, which creates 3D renderings and crafts the final denture. The lab examines the denture and sends it to the dentist, who places it with the patient.

“The beauty of this technology is that it shows the final tooth position in the prototype for approval, so the bite registration and vertical dimension are approved upfront,” says B.J. Kowalski, president of ROE Dental Laboratory in Garfield Heights, Ohio, a respected leader in the use of dental technology and an early evaluator of the Pala Digital Dentures System. “Another advantage of the Pala Digital Denture System is that it uses Pala denture teeth, which are specifically made with and for CAD/CAM technology. Our lab has been a big advocate of Pala teeth for many years.” 

How Heraeus Kulzer wants to improve your denture artistry

“The entire process from start to finish takes about 10 days and can involve as few as two patient visits, which is something that both patients and their practices greatly appreciate,” said Lesley Melvin, Senior Product Manager at Heraeus Kulzer. “Importantly, labs tell us that their practice customers and their patients are extremely pleased with both the look and fit of their Pala Digital Dentures.”

Another advantage of the Pala Digital Denture process is that its 3D renderings conveniently serve as a permanent digital record, which makes it quick and easy to create duplicate dentures, and with no chair time involved.

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Melvin encourages dental laboratories to partner with Heraeus Kulzer and take advantage of this new technology: “As dental practices come to appreciate how powerfully our digital dentures can enhance both their productivity and their patient satisfaction, they’ll want to work with a lab that can show them the ropes and make it as easy as possible for them to reap its many benefits

For more information, contact your Heraeus Kulzer representative, or call 800-431-1785.

 Heraeus Kulzer recently launched the Pala Digital Denture System, a new and advanced system with technology engineered to allow time savings and digital precision to benefit dental practices and dental laboratories. 

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How 3D printing can advance your dental lab

BruxZir(TM) Shaded 16 CAD/CAM blocks now available for use with Sirona CAD/CAM Solutions

3Shape releases two new D-series lab scanners

Zirkonzahn line of M1 milling units offer multiple options for milling

3D Systems and Henry Schein enter multinational distribution agreement

Heraeus Kulzer offers new digital denture solution [VIDEO]