{"id":9793,"date":"2026-06-18T08:24:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T08:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3d.dakweb.top\/?p=9793"},"modified":"2026-06-18T08:24:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T08:24:50","slug":"how-a-dental-lab-achieved-digital-transformation-with-nextshapes-dental-model-3d-resin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/3d.dakweb.top\/de\/resources-archive\/customer\/how-a-dental-lab-achieved-digital-transformation-with-nextshapes-dental-model-3d-resin\/","title":{"rendered":"How a Dental Lab Achieved Digital Transformation with NextShapes Dental Model 3D Resin"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In the wave of digital dentistry,\u00a03d printing\u00a0materials are becoming a key driver of industry innovation. A large dental laboratory in South China faced a pressing problem in early 2023: the production cycle of traditional plaster models was getting longer, outsourcing costs kept rising, and customers were demanding ever higher accuracy and faster delivery of orthodontic models. Zhang, the lab\u2019s director, recalls: \u201cWe handle over a hundred orthodontic cases every day, and each case requires a precise set of dental models. But with the traditional process\u2014from pouring plaster to trimming and finally delivery\u2014it took at least three days. Plus, shrinkage and deformation of plaster models were persistent issues.\u201d<\/p>\n

It was against this backdrop that the lab introduced NextShapes\u2019\u00a0Icd 3d printing technology\u00a0(405nm LCD\/DLP) and its dedicated\u00a03d resin\u00a0\u2013 Dental Model. This material features a unique flesh\u001etone appearance, combining low shrinkage with high precision, resulting in models with sharp edges and clear details. The lab\u2019s actual comparison tests showed that the cost per single tooth model\u00a03D printed\u00a0in\u001ehouse with Dental Model was only 40% of that of traditionally outsourced plaster models, the delivery cycle was cut from three days to three hours, and dimensional stability improved by nearly 30%.<\/p>\n

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<\/b>When the global dental industry faced supply chain fluctuations and delivery pressures, the lab, like many peers, began searching for alternatives to traditional plaster models. Zhang recalls: \u201cWe tried several photopolymer resins, but either shrinkage was too high, causing model deformation, or detail reproduction was poor, failing to meet the precision required for orthodontic bracket bonding.\u201d<\/p>\n

After learning that NextShapes had launched Dental Model specifically designed for 405nm LCD\/DLP printers (based on\u00a0Icd 3d printing technology), the lab proactively contacted NextShapes\u2019 R&D team. The two sides collaborated on a two\u001eweek material validation process: from printing parameter tuning to post\u001eprocessing optimization, from single\u001etooth model tests to batch printing of full\u001earch orthodontic models. \u201cWe wanted to see if we could reliably\u00a03d print\u00a0everything in\u001ehouse,\u201d Zhang added.<\/p>\n

\u201cSeeing our Dental Model material truly help users solve production challenges is very gratifying,\u201d said the product manager at NextShapes. \u201cZhang\u2019s team had very clear requirements: low shrinkage, high detail, and easy cleaning. Starting from the material formulation, we worked together with the user to conduct hundreds of\u00a03d print\u00a0tests. The final validated parameter set not only enabled them to achieve in\u001ehouse production but also provided a reusable template for many other small and medium\u001esized labs. This kind of front\u001eline user feedback is the greatest driving force for us to continuously improve our\u00a03d resin\u00a0performance.\u201d<\/p>\n

In an internal case summary published by the lab, Zhang wrote: \u201cOur core need was actually very simple: find a\u00a03d resin\u00a0with low shrinkage, high detail reproduction, and effortless post\u001eprocessing, to completely replace those slow and unstable plaster models. NextShapes\u2019 Dental Model did not disappoint us. Using the same material, we\u00a03D printed\u00a0single\u001etooth models, opposing models, orthodontic diagnostic models, implant guide bases, and various other types \u2013 dimensional consistency was always excellent. In particular, its flesh\u001etone appearance looked very natural when communicating treatment plans with doctors and patients. After we shared our parameter set and workflow, other labs quickly replicated equally good results. Participating in the early application validation of this material was a technical capability upgrade for us as well.\u201d<\/p>\n

NextShapes\u2019 R&D director added: \u201cThe original intention behind developing Dental Model was to enable dental labs to \u20183d print\u00a0with it right out of the box, and get accurate results every time.\u2019 At the same time, we selected resin components that are easy to clean, so that labs can quickly rinse the parts with ordinary alcohol, avoiding cumbersome solvent steps.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The successful application of Dental Model in the lab once again confirms the practical value of high\u001eperformance\u00a03d resin\u00a0in dentistry. Compared to traditional plaster models,\u00a03D printed\u00a0dental models offer the following significant advantages:<\/p>\n

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  • Fast turnaround and low cost:\u00a0Labs are no longer dependent on external outsourcing; the cost per model can be controlled to below 50% of traditional methods, greatly reducing inventory and logistics expenses.<\/li>\n
  • High precision and intricate detail:\u00a0Dental Model\u2019s low shrinkage ensures accurate reproduction of cusps, margins, and proximal contacts, meeting clinical requirements for orthodontic and restorative treatments.<\/li>\n
  • Dimensional stability and easy cleaning:\u00a0The material is easy to clean with standard solvents after\u00a03d printing, exhibits minimal dimensional change after post\u001ecuring, and resists deformation during long\u001eterm storage.<\/li>\n
  • Flesh\u001etone appearance aids presentation:\u00a0The natural colour makes the model look more like the intraoral environment, facilitating doctor\u001epatient communication and case documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    A Practical Partner for Dental Labs on Their Digital Upgrade Journey<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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    <\/b>NextShapes is committed to providing high\u001eperformance, easy\u001eto\u001euse\u00a03d resin\u00a0for the global dental industry. Dental Model, a core product in this series, has been battle\u001etested by numerous front\u001eline labs. We are proud to collaborate with pioneering users like this dental lab, and we will continue to invest in R&D to help more labs enjoy the benefits of digital production. Whether you are new to\u00a03d printing\u00a0or already experienced with\u00a0Icd 3d printing technology, Dental Model offers a reliable path to in\u001ehouse model production.<\/p>\n

    For more technical specifications and printing parameters for the Dental Model material, please visit the NextShapes official website product page.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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