Dental Sleep Medicine Insider March 2017 | Page 14

GARY QUAKA typing Printers into physical working models . Before model printing , your digital file is examined for any distortions or other errors and corrected if possible . Once examined and approved , the 3D printer will “ grow ” a set of 3D working models using our new high contrast , non-toxic , durable polymer material . The accuracy of the new material ensures your sleep appliances will fit better than ever .
Appliance Fabrication
After 3D printing of the . stl file , the digital 3D models go to our expert Sleep Lab Technicians for fabrication . The lab technician will review the accuracy of your 3D models , bite registration and prescription before the final phase of fabrication . Once all quality standards are met , DynaFlex will craft a perfect fitting sleep appliance for your patient .
Digital Model Storage
Our exclusive “ Digital Sleep Package ” is included with every sleep case . DynaFlex always digitally stores your sleep patient ’ s models and bite registration . If your patient ’ s appliance is ever lost , broken or destroyed by Fido , we can easily create a new physical set of 3D models for appliance fabrication . Digital model storage will save you and your patient ’ s time and money . Your patient does not have to return to your office for new impressions or a bite registration . Simply contact us and request to have your digitally stored models printed and a new sleep appliance fabricated .
Today ’ s digital technology can improve workflow , increase appliance quality and enhance patient satisfaction . It ’ s emerging in all aspects of dentistry and now it has entered dental sleep medicine . Today the question has changed . . . the question is no longer “ if ” but rather “ when ” will your practice become alginate free ?

GARY QUAKA

DIRECTOR OF DENTAL SLEEP MEDICINE AT DYNAFLEX ®