Chairside 3D Printing is a solution for manufacturing dental devices directly in the clinic using 3D printing technology. This process uses biodegradable resin to print dental devices such as surgical guides, splints, and temporary teeth in just 15 to 30 minutes. This reduces reliance on external laboratories, significantly lowering patient waiting times and treatment costs.

The Three Primary Technologies

1. DLP (Digital Light Processing): Uses a projector to cure an entire layer of resin at once.

  • Pros: Extremely fast and highly accurate.
  • Best for: Surgical guides and temporary crowns.

2. LCD / MSLA (Masked Stereolithography): Uses an LED array and an LCD screen to mask the light.

  • Pros: The most cost-effective and widely used in 2026.
  • Best for: Models and night guards.

3. SLA (Stereolithography): Uses a laser to draw each layer.

  • Pros: Exceptional surface finish and detail.
  • Best for: Highly aesthetic veneers or complex restorative models.