Your office will receive our ClearPrecision Aligner, a Directly Printed Aligner (DPA) made of shape- memory polymer. The aligner comes with a kit that includes a box, case and promotional items. It's a comprehensive option that offers excellent value compared to traditional brands on the market.l items. .
" "Consumers don't necessarily want the leading clear aligner manufacturer. They want the treatment modality and all the benefits it provides, along with an orthodontist whose expertise and experience they trust."
Lucila Cherem, CEO of SmartPrint Ortho Technology.
Thermoformed aligners
Workflow used by most aligner manufacturing companies.
Direct 3D Print Clear Aligners
Disruptive clear aligner manufacturing technology
Clear aligners are an increasingly popular form of orthodontic treatment today due to their superior aesthetics and comfort compared to fixed braces.
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Typically, patients are given several plastic aligners, each worn for a week or two, and all of these aligners usually end up in the trash with no hope of being recycled. The plastic burden on the environment associated with clear aligners has become a major concern.
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Clear plastic aligners are primarily made of PET, PETG or TPU, as well as other petroleum-based polymers that release a variety of nanoplastics. These plastics can affect not only the health of the oceans, marine life and ultimately climate change, but also our general health.
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The groundbreaking direct aligner printing technology not only offers several advantages in orthodontic treatment, but also represents a more ecological solution. There is no need to print models for thermoforming. This in itself is a great environmental benefit, as thousands of 3D resin models are no longer discarded into the environment every day.
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The figure below illustrates the relationship between plastic aligners and the environment:
In the field of orthodontics, direct aligner printing technology offers the following benefits:
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Efficiency: Direct aligner printing eliminates the need to create interim models, saving time and resources.
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Precision: 3D printing technology is highly accurate, ensuring that the aligners fit perfectly on the patient's teeth.
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Customization: Each aligner can be easily customized to fit the patient's specific treatment.
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Comfort: Direct printed aligners are often more comfortable to wear because they are precisely designed to minimize discomfort.
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Sustainability: It reduces material waste, making it more environmentally friendly compared to traditional aligner manufacturing methods.
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Speed: The ability to directly print aligners can expedite the treatment process, making it more efficient.
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These benefits make direct aligner printing technology an attractive option for both orthodontists and patients, combining clinical effectiveness with environmental concerns and treatment efficiency.
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Lucila Cherem, CEO of SmartPrint Ortho Technology, is certified to apply the direct printing flow of aligners.
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