The free online continuing education event will examine practical applications of additive manufacturing in both clinical and laboratory settings and provide insights into emerging technologies, materials and workflows. As part of the programme, Dr Theodoros Gonidis and Dr Meni Chatzinikolaou will discuss chairside crown production using Midas 3D-printing technology and Ceramic Crown HT resin. Their presentation will focus on how digital workflows can support predictable, aesthetic restorations while reducing post-processing requirements. In addition, Dr Ahmad Al-Hassiny will present a chairside workflow that follows the complete path from intra-oral scanning to crown delivery, highlighting strategies for improving efficiency and scalability through in-house manufacturing.
Dr Ahmad Al-Hassiny will present a chairside workflow that integrates scanning, design and production to enable efficient same-day crown restorations. (Image: Institute of Digital Dentistry)
The programme will also examine advanced applications of additive manufacturing in implantology and orthodontics. Drawing on extensive clinical experience, Dr Takashi Nakaya will demonstrate how 3D printing can support the production of surgical guides, provisional restorations and Shape Memory Aligners, with particular attention to complex all-on-X treatment concepts. His session will also address workflow integration, aesthetic finishing techniques and strategies for reducing laboratory costs through in-house production.
Completing the programme, Dr Andrew Ip will talk about aesthetic optimisation of 3D-printed restorations. His presentation will explore practical characterisation and glazing techniques that can help clinicians and dental assistants enhance the appearance of monolithic restorations and achieve more natural-looking results.
Dr Andrew Ip will discuss practical techniques for the characterisation and surface finishing of 3D-printed restorations to enhance aesthetics. (Image: Dr Andrew Ip)
The symposium forms part of the DT Study Club specialty symposium series, which has attracted several thousand dental professionals worldwide. Previous editions focusing on digital dentistry and implantology drew strong international participation.
Participation is free of charge; however, registration prior to the online event is required and available at www.dtstudyclub.com. The first session will begin at 3 p.m. CEST. Participants can earn up to four continuing education credits.
