3D Systems Introduces New Materials, Printer Platform to Accelerate Adoption of Digital Dentistry

Rhea-AI Summary

3D Systems announced major enhancements to its digital dentistry portfolio with the introduction of innovative materials, NextDent Base and NextDent Cast, designed for improved mechanical properties. The NextDent LCD1 printer, a compact and user-friendly device, is now available, enabling clinics to adopt 3D printing to enhance efficiency and patient experience. NextDent Base is a third-generation denture base material with high break resistance and aesthetic options, while NextDent Cast offers easy burn-out features for various dental applications. These products aim to streamline workflows and improve results in dental practices.

Positive

• Introduction of NextDent Base and NextDent Cast enhances 3D Systems' material offerings.
• NextDent Base offers excellent mechanical properties and aesthetic options for denture bases.
• NextDent LCD1 printer provides a compact solution for easy integration into small dental offices.

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• Two materials — NextDent^® Base, NextDent Cast — engineered to deliver improved mechanical properties
  
• Addition of NextDent LCD1 small format, easy-to-use printer opens opportunities for clinicians to bring 3D printing into office for improved efficiency, enhanced patient experience

ROCK HILL, S.C., March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today announced innovations to strengthen its industry-leading digital dentistry portfolio: new materials, NextDent Base and NextDent Cast, and a new printing platform, the NextDent LCD1. These offerings help the company’s customers accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing as part of their workflows, and drive new levels of speed, productivity, efficiency, and precision while also providing opportunities to improve the patient experience.

New Materials
3D Systems offers the industry’s broadest portfolio of dental 3D printing materials enabling dental laboratories and clinics to address a wide range of applications such as trays, orthodontic and prosthodontic models, surgical guides, dentures, orthodontic splints, crowns, and bridges. Today, the company is pleased to share the following enhancements:

• NextDent Base is suitable for printing all types of removable denture bases. This material is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties. The feedback on the previous generation of this material provided the R&D team with clear direction including high break resistance and robust printability. NextDent Base is truly comparable to conventional denture base materials and will provide patients with long-lasting, impact-resistant dentures. NextDent Base will be available in four colors to match a variety of aesthetics and is planned to be available for ordering in select markets later this year.
• NextDent Cast is a residue-free, easy burn-out 3D printing material suited for a variety of applications including RPDs, crowns, and bridges. The latest version which produces parts in blue color enables improved printability and easier burn-out and provides a castable part that is stable and strong. NextDent Cast is available for immediate ordering.

NextDent LCD1 Makes Digital Dentistry More Accessible for Clinicians
3D Systems redefined digital dentistry with the introduction of the NextDent 5100. Built upon the company’s revolutionary high-speed Figure 4^® 3D printing technology and leveraging the performance of its materials portfolio, the NextDent 5100 can address a breadth of application needs resulting in unparalleled accuracy, repeatability, productivity, and total cost of operation.

The company is now pleased to offer the NextDent LCD1, a smaller footprint, easy-to-use printer designed to deliver high-quality results. The compact footprint combined with simple touchscreen operation makes this an ideal printer for use in small office environments where the production volumes may be less demanding. The NextDent LCD1 uses LCD technology and features auto-calibration to deliver parts with a very smooth surface finish, 3X faster than is possible with stereolithography (SLA) printers. When combined with the company’s resins and new NextDent Wash & Cure for post-processing, clinicians have an easy-to-use workflow that delivers high-quality results. The NextDent LCD1 is available for immediate ordering.

“We have a rich history as a leading innovator in both 3D printing technology and dental materials,” said Stef Vanneste, vice president & general manager, dental, 3D Systems. “Our goal is to ensure we are addressing our customers’ needs with our solutions, and these enhancements to our portfolio are yet another step in achieving that goal. Both new materials announced today are next-generation materials, specifically engineered with our customers’ feedback on the earlier versions in mind. NextDent Base is a completely new formulation that demonstrates high break resistance and beautiful base shades. We firmly believe that these products will further enable the adoption of 3D printing in dentistry and improve the patient experience.”

3D Systems will showcase its full portfolio of digital dentistry solutions, including these latest innovations, in its booth (Hall 3.1, Booth K010/L010) at IDS 2023, March 14-18 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. For more information, please visit the company’s website.

Forward-Looking Statements
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About 3D Systems
More than 35 years ago, 3D Systems brought the innovation of 3D printing to the manufacturing industry. Today, as the leading additive manufacturing solutions partner, we bring innovation, performance, and reliability to every interaction - empowering our customers to create products and business models never before possible. Thanks to our unique offering of hardware, software, materials, and services, each application-specific solution is powered by the expertise of our application engineers who collaborate with customers to transform how they deliver their products and services. 3D Systems’ solutions address a variety of advanced applications in healthcare and industrial markets such as medical and dental, aerospace & defense, automotive, and durable goods. More information on the company is available at www.3dsystems.com.

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FAQ

What new materials were announced by 3D Systems in March 2023?

3D Systems announced two new materials, NextDent Base and NextDent Cast, designed for improved mechanical properties in dental applications.

What is the NextDent LCD1 printer?

The NextDent LCD1 printer is a compact, easy-to-use 3D printer that allows dental clinics to efficiently integrate 3D printing into their workflows.

How do NextDent Base and NextDent Cast improve dental practices?

NextDent Base provides high break resistance and aesthetic options, while NextDent Cast offers easy burn-out capabilities for diverse applications, enhancing workflow efficiency.

When will NextDent Base be available for ordering?

NextDent Base is planned to be available for ordering in select markets later this year.