3D Printing in Digital Dentistry
Course Description
This content is scheduled to expire at 7:00am on Saturday October 4th, 2025
Speaker: Jeroen Klijnsma
Date: 3rd & 4th Oct 2025
Venue: QT Hotel, 4 Viaduct Harbour Ave, Westhaven, Auckland
Duration: 2 day course
Overview
Transform your dental practice/lab with cutting-edge 3D printing! This immersive, two-day course combines expert lectures, live demonstrations, and hands-on training with leading dental brands including Asiga, Formlabs, NextDent, 3Shape, Exocad, and Medit.
2-Day Hands on Course:
Day 1 – Foundations & 3D Printing Workflow
Introduction to 3D Printing in Dentistry
• What can we 3D print?
• Clinical benefits and case examples
• Overview of supported workflows
Basics of 3D Printing Technology
• How 3D printing works: SLA, DLP, LCD (with comparisons)
• Printer setup and calibration
• Print file types and slicing basics
Introduction to Dental CAD Design (Hands-On)
• Overview of CAD software
• Design demo: Basic dental model
• Hands-on: Participants design a simple model
Preparing for Printing (Hands-On)
• Slicing with software
• Print orientation, supports, exposure settings Hands-on slicing and file preparation
• Print sample models
Day 2 – Post-Processing & Advanced Applications
Post-Processing Fundamentals
• Why post-processing matters
• Washing and curing
• Handling resins
• Material compatibility
Hands-On Post-Processing
• Wash and cure models
• Visual inspection and curing verification
• Troubleshooting failures or support issues
Advanced Printing Applications
• Splints
• Dentures
• Clear aligner workflow (printed models for thermoforming)
• Surgical guides
• Instructor demo and rotating hands-on stations per brand
Finishing by Hand (Hands-On)
• Support removal and polishing techniques
• Manual finishing
• Adjustments
Wrap-Up & Q&A
• Review: brand-specific strengths and workflows
• Choosing the right printer for your practice
Learning outcomes:
About the Speaker
Jeroen Klijnsma is a powerhouse in digital dentistry, with over 20 years of experience driving innovation, helping labs and chairside practices go fully digital. A trusted global speaker and certified 3Shape trainer, he collaborates with leading manufacturers to stay at the forefront of the latest technologies and materials.
Based in Melbourne, his digital lab and training center features some of the world’s most advanced 3D printers. With a strong presence consulting and training across Europe, US, Asia and Australia, Jeroen supports dental professionals with cutting-edge workflows and insight into the trends shaping the future of dentistry.
This content is scheduled to expire at 7:00am on Saturday October 4th, 2025