The Dental Solution is one of the largest dental laboratories in Australia, located on Collins Street in the heart of the Melbourne CBD. Principal John Scollo will detail their digital journey from an analogue laboratory to a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility filled with mills, scanners and 3D printers in what is an inspiring case study for any laboratory looking to transition or to simply grow and succeed in the digital age.

Race Dental is Australia’s largest dental laboratory. Now in its third generation of family ownership, Race Dental's journey has paralleled the leading edge of digital development as it fiercely defends its mission to retain manufacturing onshore. Race Dental combines traditional bespoke craftsmanship with the latest in 3D printing, milling, laser sintering and computer aided design to meet and exceed the needs of dentists in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific. In this session, Matt Race will chronicle their journey to date, the scope of their operations and provide insight to laboratories small and large as to how to succeed in 2018 and beyond.

Additive manufacturing, such as 3D printing and subtractive manufacturing, such as milling, both have their place in dental technology. When choosing 3D printing or milling, the dental material choices available ultimately define the method of manufacture. This lecture will give an overview of milling and 3D printing technologies currently available to dentistry and delve into the dental materials currently available for both manufacturing techniques and compare and contrast each. Following this overview, the most suitable method and material for each dental laboratory application will be discussed and ultimately a formula laid down that will be relevant and applicable to both current and future materials in development.

3D printing is the hot topic in dental technology right now and there are myriad choices available in both printers and materials. But how do you choose? In this session, Dental Axess CEO Belinda Muggleton will explain why her company needs to offer several different brands of printer and poses the questions you need to ask yourself - and your supplier - before making a choice.

Throughout the years, restorative trends and techniques have come and gone. Some material developments have transformed the face of aesthetic dentistry, while other initial concepts have phased out and died. Yet the concept of digital dentistry is one that started out small, and has progressively increased in momentum until its boundaries appear to have become endless. The most exciting factor surrounding these technologies is not, however, only in the potential applications of these technologies that are being hypothesized by dental professionals. These advancements are not, therefore, something that will "eventually" emerge in the market, they are realities that are currently being released to further revolutionize the quality of dental care that is being delivered in modern restorative dentistry. As dentistry evolves into the digital world, the successful incorporation of computerization and new technology will continue to provide more efficient methods of communication and fabrication while at the same time retaining the individual creativity and artistry of the skilled dentist and dental technician, while the utilization of new technology will continue to enhance the close cooperation and working relationship of the dentist/technician team.

This session will discuss what is required to fabricate a successful smile makeover and explore methods of communication between practice and laboratory to achieve that aim. Topics include: Differing smile makeover methods; Planning and briefing the lab; Shade selection; Imagery and scans required for smile design; Computer-aided smile design (CASD); Mock-up and transfer; and Finalising the case.

Utilising digital workflows in the laboratory for the production of orthodontic appliances and aligners offers significant benefits in terms of accuracy, outcomes and profitability. In this session, Ari Sciacca looks at the technologies he uses daily like intraoral scanning, CAD design and 3D printing to digitally manufacture the gamut of appliances utilised in dental practice today.

Digital denture technology supports the clinician in efforts to reduce the clinical time required to produce a denture. Clinical procedures can be facilitated by digitally manufactured custom trays and recording devices. The integration of clinical data in available design software assures that the technician is designing dentures according to sound anatomic references. The CAD/CAM process, either printing or milling, provide accuracy to support excellence in denture fit and occlusion. The communication offered between clinician and technician in design and through prototypes that give patients direct feedback to proposed denture designs highlight the many advantages of digital denture technology, and will only enhance the close cooperation and working relationship of the dentist/technician restorative team. This lecture covers key components for the clinical and technical fabrication of a lab based digital denture utilizing a unique modular process, that offers the restorative team the ability to choose prosthetic materials based on the best combination for the patient.

This session will review common problems with implant cases which require Advanced laboratory solutions including:

Partial dentures have been a mainstay of the dental industry for many years and for good reason: They are an affordable, tried-and-tested treatment. In this session, Proslab Dental’s Damian Synefias reviews the current state-of-the-art in the digital manufacture of partial denture frameworks with a particular focus on how the introduction of 3D laser printing (sintering) technology has revolutionised their denture manufacturing workflows.

Justin Elsey is the founder and managing director of Asiga, an Australian company which designs and manufactures 3D printers. Asiga 3D printers are exported worldwide, have won international industry awards in dental and jewellery fields and are recognized as the global industry leader in hearing-aid manufacture. In this session, Justin will share some of his many insights and experiences in 3D printing for dental applications.

A staged process for full arch restorations traditionally been considered the gold standard.

Implant planning, Implant placement, second stage surgery and finally the delivery of the restoration has been commonplace for decades but this process can sometimes take up to 6-12 months to provide the patient with the desired outcomes.

Why can’t we do it predictably in 3 days?

Why can’t we do it predictably in 3 hours?

Digital dentistry is allowing us to do this right now.

With 4+ years and 500+ arches of immediate milled titanium implant bridges behind us, I will discuss the challenges, pitfalls, and advantages of using technology currently available to us as well as what the future looks like with technology development so we can continue to provide our patients with arguably the new gold standard for full arch restorations.

Just as the same day crown has become the norm, it is now possible with the use of digital technology to have patients leave the surgery with orthodontic aligners within an hour. This session will cover scanning, virtual setup of cases, model creation using super fast 3D printing and aligner manufacturing. This a must attend talk for all dentists and laboratories considering invisible aligners.

The digital denture manufacturing process will be presented from scanning through to designing the digital denture and manufacturing process.

Exciting technological advancements have changed clinical denture techniques and laboratory technology in an area of dentistry that has not seen change in many decades.

Efficiencies and techniques will be discussed including hardware and software reviews.

A demonstration and update of the full capabilities of inlab 18 CAD design software. The demonstration of how inLab 18 integrates with the dentist on a digital platform. New applications such as Model 18 demonstrating implant model printing from an intra oral impression are also presented.

Please join us for an exciting and informative lecture on what’s new in 3Shape. Incorporating the latest software release of Dental System 2018. We will be demonstrating new workflows using 3Shape Smile Design, RealView Engine and Partial Denture Designs with Artificial teeth. This is a chance to learn about new workflows that can be easily integrated into your business.

Intraoral scans are a great leap forward but need post processing to be fully usable for physical model construction. This workshop with discuss the STL file format, the shortcomings of intraoral scans and how to edit and prepare them ready for 3D printing in various software programs. This is an essential, informative discussion and a must for anyone interested in 3D printing.

Live Demonstration with 3Shape scanner. Handy Tips and Tricks to Ensure Smooth Scanning.

This overview will discuss the process of additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, from inception to what it can actually do now. Different technologies will be discussed and the pros and cons of each evaluated. Special emphasis will be on the use of photopolymers for dental applications and investigate what is practical today rather than what is promised in the future.

Digital clear aligner workflows will be presented including everything from scanning, analysis, treatment planning and 3D printing models through to final aligner production will be discussed.

Topics include:

• Software demonstration showcasing treatment planning for clear aligners
• In-house manufacturing vs outsourcing
• Review of materials and aligner manufacturing process
• Dental Monitoring and Clear Aligner solutions

A full workflow through a full arch case on multi-unit abutment using the digital multi-layer function. The presentation covers software design options, materials as well as the practical techniques used in the case presented.

There are now complete manufacturing processes available for the rapid digital production of removable partial and full-arch dentures.

Many innovative processes integrate the treatment steps in the denture practice with the digital manufacturing processes in the lab.

All of the digital processes, are designed to eliminate common laboratory errors from the production of dentures, with this in mind we now need to focus on our clinical protocols in order to achieve excellent results.

In addition, you benefit from faster model analysis, a quicker set-up in the software, and faster gingiva design and completion.

Digital denture software and high quality materials, combined with well-designed manufacturing strategies and the cutting-edge milling, provide predictable and reproducible results.

With Digital Denture, the new digital manufacturing process for dentures, you save valuable time compared to manual production methods: less manual working steps, less interruptions in production, no complex plaster models and no articulating.

Participants will gain an overview of the following:

• Digital denture Development
• Clinical workflows for digital dentures
• Technical side of CAD design and CAM manufacturing
• Comparison of Conventional versus Digital
• How to enter into the Digital world of Denture Design and Manufacturing

Full overview of the Form2 from Formlabs. Techniques and tips to get successful prints. The future, Questions and Answers and live demonstration of the software.

Overview of the most current digital techniques supporting full end-to-end workflows for implant retained restorations. The workflow including intraoral scanning, implant planning, CAD design and manufacturing will be discussed and demonstrated.

Topics include:

• Digital implant treatment planning
• CAD design implant retained restorations
• Design surgical guides
• Manufacturing review

This session reviews accessing custom implant restoration options from Atlantis ranging from single tooth abutments to full arch bridge and hybrid bars. The workshop will illustrate how to utilise scanning and submitting cases through your lab software, designing and manufacturing for successful custom restorations.

As dentistry evolves into the digital world, the successful incorporation of computerization and new technology will continue to provide more efficient methods of communication and fabrication while at the same time retaining the individual creativity and artistry of the skilled dentist and dental technician, while the utilization of new technology will continue to enhance the close cooperation and working relationship of the dentist/technician team. This exciting multimedia presentation will offer participants a unique insight into digital design, using 3 Shape Dental Designer - Implant Studio and the Ivoclar Digital Denture system, from pre surgical planning to, printed diagnostic wax-up and milled provisional PMMA restorations, and their digital replicas to guide us in the creation of e.max Zircad cad-cam restorations, for both tooth and implant supported prosthetics, will be presented.

Objectives:

• Learn how digital design assists in restorative diagnosis, treatment planning, and restoration creation.
• Understand the process for fabricating digital dentures, using both milled and 3D printing technologies.
• Learn the differences in milling and 3D resins for Removable Prosthetics.
• Identify the modular concept of multiple fabrication options for both dentures and implant supported restorations.

Introducing Smile Design Studio into treatment presentations and planning. An overview of Smile Design from 3Shape including a live case presentation. Topics include Patient presentation, communication and engagement; Communicating with laboratory; and Taking Smile Design concept through to final restoration design.

After 32 years of consistently milling digitally produced restorations, CEREC is no longer just an inlay and crown machine. Today, CEREC's applications have spread into all aspects of dentistry including, connecting digitally with your lab. It is open, powder-free and adapts to your workflows. This course will overview the many digital workflows which are available such as connecting with your lab using digital impressions or milling single visit restorations with CEREC.

CAD/CAM is one of the fastest-growing sectors within the dental profession. The potential and versatility of the entire Ivoclar Vivadent CAD/CAM material solutions will be explored, including IPS Empress® CAD and IPS e.max® CAD.

Never before have there been so many options available to enhance the chairside aesthetics of CAD/CAM dentistry successfully.

This lecture / demo aims to provide the participants with a systematic and coordinated approach to successfully provide high aesthetic solutions.

This session will cover the new features of the new Roland DWX52D and DWX 52DCi dry mills. These value for money machines are packed with the latest technology and deliver features and results that are simply amazing. The DWX-52DCi features new DWINDEX software that enables users to plan, identify and manage indexing operations to assert improved control over the machine productivity. This will also be demonstrated.

Digital clear aligner workflows will be presented including everything from scanning, analysis, treatment planning and 3D printing models through to final aligner production will be discussed.

Topics include:

• Software demonstration showcasing treatment planning for clear aligners
• In-house manufacturing vs outsourcing
• Review of materials and aligner manufacturing process
• Dental Monitoring and Clear Aligner solutions

Are you ready to scan? Let Dr Rob Ashman hold your hand while you transition from Analogue to Digital.

Learn how to streamline the scanning experience, configure your unit and capitalise on your patient and staff excitement.

This discussion and software demonstration will cover the basics of implant planning software using Blue Sky Plan. It is an ideal primer for those considering using guided surgery for implants. DICOM file importation, nerve tracing, virtual setup and implant positioning will all be covered. Advanced topics such as full mouth treatment planning will also be demonstrated. Participants will come away with a good basic understanding of computer software implant planning and a free copy of Blue Sky Plan implant planning software that can be used to produce surgical guides cost-effectively.

The digital denture manufacturing process will be presented from scanning through to designing the digital denture and manufacturing process.

Exciting technological advancements have changed clinical denture techniques and laboratory technology in an area of dentistry that has not seen change in many decades.

Efficiencies and techniques will be discussed including hardware and software reviews.

This session reviews accessing custom implant restoration options from Atlantis ranging from single tooth abutments to full arch bridge and hybrid bars. The workshop will illustrate how to utilise scanning and submitting cases through your lab software, designing and manufacturing for successful custom restorations.

Please join us for an exciting and informative lecture on what’s new in 3Shape. Incorporating the latest software release of Dental System 2018. We will be demonstrating new workflows using 3Shape Smile Design, RealView Engine and Partial Denture Designs with Artificial teeth. This is a chance to learn about new workflows that can be easily integrated into your business.

The long awaited exocad ChairsideCAD software is here! Based on exocad‘s proven and trusted technology used by dental laboratories globally, exocad ChairsideCAD can load open files seamlessly from an intraoral scanner of your choice. The software supports the design of inlays, onlays, crowns, veneers, bridges, and pontics, plus eggshell temporaries and dental appliances such as bite splints.

Following up from his presentation see the uses of Exocad for dentist and technicians, this session shows techniques and live smile design demonstrations. Also included is an introduction to Face scanning and full 3D smile design.

The Dental Axess software specialist team will provide delegates with the opportunity to test drive design software for all digital indications. Design stations will be available for hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced software specialists.

A hands on demonstration from start to finish stain and glazing a milled crown. Chris will demonstrate simplicity, good technique to ensure a consistent reliable outcome. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions in regards to all CAD/CAM material, firing cycles, furnace setups etc.

See Carestream Dental’s CS 3600 in action! Use the CS 3600 Intraoral Scanner to make capturing digital impressions fast and easy. Discover a smarter way to scan with the CS 3600.

Digital clear aligner workflows will be presented including everything from scanning, analysis, treatment planning and 3D printing models through to final aligner production will be discussed.

Topics include:

• Software demonstration showcasing treatment planning for clear aligners
• In-house manufacturing vs outsourcing
• Review of materials and aligner manufacturing process
• Dental Monitoring and Clear Aligner solutions

The implant is placed, now it is time to restore. This course will review the clinical workflow, instruments, materials, and fabrication process for both screw-retained and cemented implant restorations done with CAD/CAM.

Are you ready to scan? Let Dr Rob Ashman hold your hand while you transition from Analogue to Digital.

Learn how to streamline the scanning experience, configure your unit and capitalise on your patient and staff excitement.

Full overview of the Form2 from Formlabs. Techniques and tips to get successful prints. The future, Questions and Answers and live demonstration of the software.

This lecture is titled the evolution of general practice because until we introduced a CBCT to our clinic we were still relying on diagnostic technology developed in the 1950’s.

This lecture encompasses how the introduction of a cone beam has changed the way we diagnose, plan and treat our patients.

It covers how it has changed our approach to endodontics, implants and oral surgery, periodontics and pathology through a series of case studies.

We examine the benefits and pit falls of owning a CBCT as well as where the future is going to take us and how CBCT is going to become the standard of care.

6 key points for a succesful integration of Digital dentistry including intraoral scanning, milling and 3D Printing.

Introducing Smile Design Studio into treatment presentations and planning. An overview of Smile Design from 3Shape including a live case presentation.

Topics include:

• Patient presentation, communication and engagement
• Communicating with laboratory
• Taking Smile Design concept through to final restoration design

A full workflow through a full arch case on multi-unit abutment using the digital multi-layer function. The presentation covers software design options, materials as well as the practical techniques used in the case presented.

There are now complete manufacturing processes available for the rapid digital production of removable partial and full-arch dentures.

Many innovative processes integrate the treatment steps in the denture practice with the digital manufacturing processes in the lab.

All of the digital processes, are designed to eliminate common laboratory errors from the production of dentures, with this in mind we now need to focus on our clinical protocols in order to achieve excellent results.

In addition, you benefit from faster model analysis, a quicker set-up in the software, and faster gingiva design and completion.

Digital denture software and high quality materials, combined with well-designed manufacturing strategies and the cutting-edge milling, provide predictable and reproducible results.

With Digital Denture, the new digital manufacturing process for dentures, you save valuable time compared to manual production methods: less manual working steps, less interruptions in production, no complex plaster models and no articulating.

Participants will gain an overview of the following:

• Digital denture Development
• Clinical workflows for digital dentures
• Technical side of CAD design and CAM manufacturing
• Comparison of Conventional versus Digital
• How to enter into the Digital world of Denture Design and Manufacturing

An introduction to the Medit I500 Intraoral Scanner, the first Intra Oral scanner under $25,000. Live demonstration and Hands on.

The digital denture manufacturing process will be presented from scanning through to designing the digital denture and manufacturing process.

Exciting technological advancements have changed clinical denture techniques and laboratory technology in an area of dentistry that has not seen change in many decades.

Efficiencies and techniques will be discussed including hardware and software reviews.

A systematic approach for immediate loading of a single tooth fully guided implant surgery using 3D implant planning software and CAD/CAM milled custom abutments and temporisation. A workflow to be well prepared for implant therapy and maximising the digital equipment and software available to get faster and more accurate results.

As dentistry evolves into the digital world, the successful incorporation of computerization and new technology will continue to provide more efficient methods of communication and fabrication while at the same time retaining the individual creativity and artistry of the skilled dentist and dental technician, while the utilization of new technology will continue to enhance the close cooperation and working relationship of the dentist/technician team. This exciting multimedia presentation will offer participants a unique insight into digital design, using 3 Shape Dental Designer - Implant Studio and the Ivoclar Digital Denture system, from pre surgical planning to, printed diagnostic wax-up and milled provisional PMMA restorations, and their digital replicas to guide us in the creation of e.max Zircad cad-cam restorations, for both tooth and implant supported prosthetics, will be presented.

Objectives:

• Learn how digital design assists in restorative diagnosis, treatment planning, and restoration creation.
• Understand the process for fabricating digital dentures, using both milled and 3D printing technologies.
• Learn the differences in milling and 3D resins for Removable Prosthetics.
• Identify the modular concept of multiple fabrication options for both dentures and implant supported restorations.

An iIntroduction to Carestream Dental’s CS3600 intraoral scanner including a live demonstration and hands on.

Overview of the most current digital techniques supporting full end-to-end workflows for implant retained restorations. The workflow including intraoral scanning, implant planning, CAD design and manufacturing will be discussed and demonstrated.

Topics include:

• Digital implant treatment planning
• CAD design implant retained restorations
• Design surgical guides
• Manufacturing review

After 32 years of consistently milling digitally produced restorations, CEREC is no longer just an inlay and crown machine. Today, CEREC's applications have spread into all aspects of dentistry including, connecting digitally with your lab. It is open, powder-free and adapts to your workflows. This course will overview the many digital workflows which are available such as connecting with your lab using digital impressions or milling single visit restorations with CEREC.

Live Demonstration with 3Shape scanner. Handy Tips and Tricks to Ensure Smooth Scanning.

This session will cover basic software functions of the Blue Sky Bio Orthodontic module including model importation, sectioning of teeth, virtual setups and model generation and export ready for 3D printing. This is a must for anyone interested in making aligners in-house and all attendees will receive a free copy of the Blue Sky Bio Orthodontic software.

The digital denture manufacturing process will be presented from scanning through to designing the digital denture and manufacturing process.

Exciting technological advancements have changed clinical denture techniques and laboratory technology in an area of dentistry that has not seen change in many decades.

Efficiencies and techniques will be discussed including hardware and software reviews.

This lecture is titled the evolution of general practice because until we introduced a CBCT to our clinic we were still relying on diagnostic technology developed in the 1950’s.

This lecture encompasses how the introduction of a cone beam has changed the way we diagnose, plan and treat our patients.

It covers how it has changed our approach to endodontics, implants and oral surgery, periodontics and pathology through a series of case studies.

We examine the benefits and pit falls of owning a CBCT as well as where the future is going to take us and how CBCT is going to become the standard of care.

Just as the same day crown has become the norm, it is now possible with the use of digital technology to have patients leave the surgery with orthodontic aligners within an hour. This session will cover scanning, virtual setup of cases, model creation using super fast 3D printing and aligner manufacturing. This a must attend talk for all dentists and laboratories considering invisible aligners.

The Dental Axess software specialist team will provide delegates with the opportunity to test drive design software for all digital indications. Design stations will be available for hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced software specialists.

A hands on demonstration from start to finish stain and glazing a milled crown. Chris will demonstrate simplicity, good technique to ensure a consistent reliable outcome. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions in regards to all CAD/CAM material, firing cycles, furnace setups etc.

CAD/CAM is one of the fastest-growing sectors within the dental profession. The potential and versatility of the entire Ivoclar Vivadent CAD/CAM material solutions will be explored, including IPS Empress® CAD and IPS e.max® CAD.

Never before have there been so many options available to enhance the chairside aesthetics of CAD/CAM dentistry successfully.

This lecture / demo aims to provide the participants with a systematic and coordinated approach to successfully provide high aesthetic solutions.

Intraoral scans are a great leap forward but need post processing to be fully usable for physical model construction. This workshop with discuss the STL file format, the shortcomings of intraoral scans and how to edit and prepare them ready for 3D printing in various software programs. This is an essential, informative discussion and a must for anyone interested in 3D printing.

A systematic approach for immediate loading of a single tooth fully guided implant surgery using 3D implant planning software and CAD/CAM milled custom abutments and temporisation. A workflow to be well prepared for implant therapy and maximising the digital equipment and software available to get faster and more accurate results.

An Introduction to Carestream Dental’s CS3600 intraoral scanner including a live demonstration and hands on.