Digital Dental Model is replicas of patient’s teeth and oral anatomy.
These models enhance treatment planning accuracy and provide effective visual aids for patient education, but many practices hesitate due to the perceived complex workflow.
The good news is, with this easy 3 step guide, you can put your digital equipment to use and confidently 3D-print dental models in your practice or use this guide to easily train your staff.
Let’s break it down into three simple steps:
Step 1. Gather Information During the Patient Visit (Record Appointment)
1.1 Capture intra-oral scans from your patient
Utilize intraoral scans to create a digital mold of your patient’s mouth. Three scans are required to ensure comprehensive and accurate data for treatment planning.
- Full Upper Arch: A complete scan of the upper teeth and gums.
- Full Lower Arch: A complete scan of the lower teeth and gums.
- Bite: Make sure to scan the full arch for the most accurate bite registration.
Note: Double check if the bite is misaligned.
1.2 Compile Your Patient’s Treatment Plan Information
After completing your patient record appointment, you will need to gather and organize essential details. Follow these steps to ensure you have all the necessary information.
- Collect Patient Demographics:
Patient’s name
Contact information
Date of birth - Document the Chief Complaint:
Understanding the patient’s primary concern will help tailor the dental model to address their specific needs. - Summarize Diagnostic Findings:
Results from the clinical exam
Intraoral photos
Radiographs
Any other pertinent diagnostic tests - Record Treatment Goals:
Patient’s desired outcomes
Discuss key aspects: If the dental model is being used as part of a larger treatment plan (e.g., full-mouth reconstruction, dental implant or full dentures,), knowing the overall goals can help ensure the design aligns with the intended outcome.
Once you have compiled all this information, you are ready to submit the case to Evident.
Step 2. Submitting Your Case To Evident Hub
2.1 Log in to Evident & Order
Log in to Evident
- To submit your case to Evident, please log in to your account at Evident Hub.
- If you do not have an account yet, click on “Get Started” and select “Create Account”
Ordering Process
- Once logged in, browse the list of products on the Hub and find “Models”
- Click on “Order Now” to proceed with your order.
2.2 Upload Case Information
This guided ordering form ensures that the vision of both the patient and the doctor for this case is precisely communicated to our design team. Follow these steps to complete the form:
- Add Patient Information: Fill in your practice name, email address (optional), last name, first name, and birthday (optional).
You can choose to rush this case to your designs back as soon as possible
- Model options: Select one of the following Model Options:
1. Base Model
2. Implant Model
3. Ortho Model
- Upload Required Files:
IOS Scan (STL/PLY files): Drag and drop the upper, lower, and bite scans.
2.3 Select Your Fabrication Preference
If you are printing your dental models in-house, you can customize your fabrication preferences to streamline the process. Follow these steps to ensure your design is ready for printing:
- Indicate In-House Fabrication: Select ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ to indicate if you are fabricating the dental model in-house.
- Choose Your Printer: If you selected ‘Yes’ for in-house fabrication, choose your printer from the dropdown menu.
- Specify Resin Type: Enter the type of resin you will 3D print the dental model design
- Select Pre-Nested Files: To make the fabrication process even easier, opt for pre-nested files.
This ensures that your design is ready to print with proper supports, so all you need to do is drag, drop, and print.
There is an additional fee of $10 per build plate for pre-nested files.
By setting these preferences, you can ensure a smooth and efficient printing process, with designs that are ready to go and require minimal preparation.
2.4 Add Clear Instructions
To ensure your design achieves the desired results, provide detailed and straightforward instructions for your designer by filling up RX Notes section. Include the following key components:
- Goal: Clearly state the primary goals
- Review and Submit: Ensure all information is accurately filled out and all required files are uploaded. Click ‘Proceed’ to submit the form.
2.5 Track Progress and Communicating with Your Designer
To ensure a seamless experience and stay informed about the progress of your designs, you can track and communicate with your designer through the Case Management section. Here’s how:
- Review Case Progress: Access the Case Management section to review the progress of your case at any time. Stay updated on the current status and any actions taken by the design team.
- Messages Your Designer: If you have questions or need to share details, easily send messages to your designer in the Case Management section.
- Review and Approve Your Case: Review your selected CAD files using the preview files (HTML viewer). This feature allows you to see the designs in detail and make any necessary adjustments or approvals before finalizing the case. Once the design meets your requirements, you can approve and download the file.
By using these features, you can efficiently manage your cases, ensure clear communication with your designer, and approve designs with confidence.
2.6 Your Case is Complete!
Once complete, you will receive the following files
- HTML preview viewer for model designs
- 3D STL file for dental model designs
- 3D printable file for nested dental model designs
Step 3. Fabricate Your Design
3.1 Download nested files from Evident
After your case is complete, you can download the print-ready design files by selecting your case in case management tab.
3.2 It’s Time To 3D Print
Fabricate your design using your in-house 3D printing workflow. Follow three steps:
- 3D Print your design.
- Wash the 3D printed design.
- Cure it to finalize its durability.
For detailed process and workflow instructions specific to your 3D printer model and resin, please contact your 3D printer manufacturer’s support team.
Congratulations!
The Dental Model Is Now Ready.
If you have any questions about the process, feel free to email us at akang@evidentdigital.com or call us at +1 (877) 909 7770
Outsource Fabrication
To further streamline your workflow, we can help by coordinating fabrication. Here’s how we can assist:
- Invite your existing lab: You can invite your preferred lab by choosing the option in the top right corner of the Evident Hub screen. We will help coordinate the fabrication process with them.
- Ask Evident for a preferred lab partner: Alternatively, your account manager can suggest an Evident preferred lab partner for a seamless experience.
