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- May
From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations
Intraoral Scanners
Kelly Fessel Carr · Industry News · May 2013Among the newer features in digital impression-taking systems are smaller-than-ever intraoral devices and color technology. Also: several new players enter the market.
From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations
Software and Scanner Upgrades
Kelly Fessel Carr · Industry News · May 2013To expand indications and features, several companies introduced updated versions of their impression and model scanners and upgraded software packages.
- April
Top Industry Trends at LAB DAY Chicago
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013All-ceramics, implants, profit erosion and other hot topics inspired dialogue during the biggest weekend of the year.
Steffan Slocomb and Jordan Greenberg like this3Shape Launches D900 Scanner, LABcare™ Program and Expanded TRIOS Features
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013The 3Shape clinic room at LAB DAY was bustling as the company made several key announcements and offered a variety of product demonstrations. Show attendees got the first look at 3Shape's latest scanner, the D900, that offers four high-res 5MP cameras and blue LED technology for excellent speed, high...
About LAB DAY Chicago 2013, 3Shape Trios and 3Shape D900
Whip Mix Introduces Vericore® Milling Discs, Articulation Products
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013In Chicago, Whip Mix introduced its Vericore milling discs. From highly translucent zirconia for monolithic full contour restorations or substructures, to PMMA burnout materials to wax, Whip Mix offers a wide variety of materials and sizes for multiple applications. All Vericore discs offer a diameter...
ATLANTIS™ Lab Scanning Capabilities Using 3Shape
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013DENTSPLY Implants made two announcements at the show: The ATLANTIS™ Abutment core file—currently compatible with Dental Wings software (DWOS) 2.5.5 or higher—will soon be compatible with 3Shape. This file is a digital representation of the outer surface of an ATLANTIS Abutment that...
About Atlantis Abutments and LAB DAY Chicago 2013
Thomas King likes thisNobel Biocare® Introduces Host of Updates, 3Shape™ Partnership
LMT Communications, Inc. · Product ReleaseAt LAB DAY, Nobel Biocare presented its latest innovations in dental implant-based CAD/CAM solutions, including: - NobelProcera® Abutments, now available on Biomet 3i, Camlog and Zimmer implant platforms (in addition to Straumann, Astra Tech and Thommen). - NobelProcera users can expand their...
Thomas King likes this- January
Digital Prep Guide, Intraoral Scanners: Highlights of Annual CAD/CAM Event
Kim Molinaro · Digital Dentistry · Jan 2013From new ways to digitize workflows to product launches and enhanced equipment and software, the DLOAC’s CAD/CAM Expo and Symposium was the place to be to learn about the latest in digital technology.
- April 2012
New Players Join CAD/CAM Market
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2012###The CAD/CAM software, equipment and materials market continues to flourish and several new players were first-time exhibitors at LAB DAY, including: Creo Dental System launched the Arum5X Milling Machine. This five-axis wet milling unit is compatible with any scanner and features a nine-unit revolving...
Katie Kosty likes thisThe Reinvention Convention
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2012LAB DAY 2012 could easily be labeled "The Reinvention Convention." Laboratory owners and managers are more engaged than ever in finding new ways to reinvigorate their businesses
LAB DAY Product Launch: 3Shape Dental System 2013 Offers Host of Enhancements
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2012If 2011 is any indication, 3Shape isn't slowing down anytime soon. Last year, the company grew by 80% in sales for the U.S.; hired 65 people, including nine in its U.S. office; and filed dozens of U.S. patents. At LAB DAY, it made two key announcements: its 3Shape TRIOS intraoral digital impression...
- March 2012
How to Stay Alive in Today's Market
Kim Molinaro · Management · Mar 20123Shape Co-Founder Tais Clausen offers advice for maximizing your competitive edge and taking advantage of positive market trends.
3Shape, Inc. likes this- January 2012
New Players, New Materials Join the Digital Revolution
Kelly Fessel Carr · Digital Dentistry · Jan 2012Highlights from the DLOAC's CAD/CAM Technology Symposium & Expo in November in Pasadena, CA.
Tara Harms likes this- April 2011
3Shape: a Driving Force in Scanners & CAD Software
Kim Molinaro · Digital Dentistry · Jun 2009LMT takes a look at Denmark-based 3Shape A/S, including how it became an industry leader, its role in digitizing the hearing aid market and what it sees for our industry’s digital future.
Featuring 3Shape, Inc.
3Shape, Inc. likes this3Shape A/S: the Google of Our Industry
Kelly Fessel Carr · Digital Dentistry · Jan 2010LMT visits 3Shape A/S, located in downtown Copenhagen, Denmark, to learn about the company's new DentalSystem™ 2009 software, D700 impression scanner and up-and-coming products.
Featuring 3Shape, Inc.


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