Make 3D printed aligners in minutes with a seamless workflow for software, printing, and post processing. You are able to do this with ShapeForm Technology – a New Class of Shape-Memory Photopolymers.

Material for 3D Printed Aligner

ShapeForm™ Polymer is used by Archform which is a shape-memory polymer that always returns to it’s original shape. With this break through material you can have 3D printed aligners in minutes. The ShapeForm™ Polymer is biocompatible for prolonged contact with oral mucosa, and has been extensively tested to ISO 10993 and FDA standards. This material has high strength and can withstand biting forces while also a prolonged consistent force on the teeth.

Orthodontic 3D Printing Aligner Software

With Archform’s clear aligner design software, you have a seamless workflow from scan to design to print in minutes. The software allows for aligners that made with a consistent thickness while allowing smoothing to generate a perfect fitting tray. Also, the direct print aligners are made with easy to tear away supports that are optimized to be printed with ShapeForm resin.

Equipment Needed for 3D Printing Clear Aligners

Direct printing clear aligners can be enabled by using the following specialized equipment which is a validated part of the FDA approval process:

• High Speed 3D Printer –
• Nitrogen UV Cure Unit – the light-curing device employs a customizable, high-energy UV LED light source along with a linked nitrogen generator
• Centrifuge – centrifugal forces are used to remove the excess material adhering to the surface.

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Workflow for 3D Printing Direct Printed Aligners

• Export from ArchForm Software
• 3D Print
• Centrifuge
• Light Cure in Nitrogen Environment
• Remove Supports
• Wash in Hot Water

Software Pricing to 3D Print Clear Aligners