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 3D Systems has announced the launch of its newest 3D modeling software, Geomagic® SculptTM with TouchTM haptic 3D stylus.

3D Systems launches Geomagic® Sculpt and Touch 3D modeling software

 Dentistry is advancing into the digital era faster than most had anticipated. Not many people can doubt that these digital trends will only accelerate. We believe the age of the Full Digital Lab is almost upon us. Here are nine things we see:

9 digital lab trends you NEED to know [VIDEO]

Innovation drives our profession and DLP wants to recognize the companies at the forefront.  In this Innovator Profile, DLP spoke with Bernie Jarslow, CDT, Laboratory Product Manager for Whip Mix Corporation.  

Innovator Profile: Whip Mix

 Innovation drives our profession and DLP wants to recognize the companies at the forefront.  In this Innovator Profile, DLP spoke with Straumann about connectivity, workflows and lab support.  

Innovator Profile: Straumann

Being able to quickly print out models, surgical guides, anatomical models, partial denture frameworks and more, can save you valuable time and money.

Webinar: Learn the real value of 3D printing in the dental lab

 Whip Mix has announced it will be holding the third annual Survive or Thrive Digital Forum on October 2 and 3 in Louisville, Ken.

Survive and Thrive Digital Forum dates announced

 Are you ready for a 3D printer?  Here are DLP's top three reasons a 3D printer might be beneficial to you.  

The List: Top 3 reasons you might be ready for a 3D printer

 Stratasys Ltd., which specializes in 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, is co-sponsoring a coast-to-coast 3D printing road show based out of a recreational vehicle called the “3DRV.” The 3DRV will tour the United States to explore how 3D printing and additive manufacturing are changing the way things are designed and manufactured and the possible implications for business and society at large.   

Stratasys hitting the road with the “3DRV” tour

Pre-shaded zirconia While zirconia has been a go-to material for labs for quite some time, more and more lab techs are discovering the exciting opportunities offered by pre-shaded zirconia. This minimizes the need for exhaustive staining, and can make finishing the final restoration a snap.

The top 5 new material trends you NEED to know

 3D Systems has announced its ProJet® 3510 MP 3D printer and VisiJet® Pearlstone dental material have been verified by 3Shape for prosthodontic dental model production.

3D Printing