Dental Asia September/October 2021

Product Highlights
COLTENE
COLTENE launches MicroMega One RECI
At a funfair, some love the ups and downs from COLTENE, regardless of which type of
on the roller coaster, others love going motion they prefer to use.
round in circles on the carousel. Mechanical
root canal preparation follows a similar
Safe, flexible and minimally invasive
pattern of motion: dentists can choose Inspired from its patented cross section,
between reciprocating and continuously MicroMega One RECI is characterised by its
rotating systems. For fans of preparation cutting performance. Additionally, the C.Wire
using reciprocating motion, dental specialist heat treatment gives the file its flexibility,
COLTENE now features a new file in its controlled memory, pre-bendability and
range.
curvature conservation.
And due to the system’s spectrum, optimal
preparation of the root canal is possible for
almost any clinical case. MicroMega One
RECI is available in five sizes from 20/.04 to
45/.04 and three lengths (21, 25, 31mm) and
is supplied exclusively in sterile blisters. ■
For all situations
Since the introduction of the first
reciprocating file over a decade ago,
reciprocating motion has become
established among many dentists.
COLTENE is now expanding its portfolio by
adding to its proven NiTi rotary systems:
MicroMega One RECI, the single shaping
file in reciprocating motion. This enables
dentists to choose their favourite file system
Owing to the small file diameter of 1mm,
MicroMega One RECI protects the pericervical
area and minimises mechanical
impact on the dental hard tissues. Its high
cyclic fatigue resistance provides additional
safety. As a result, dentists can enjoy an
excellent compromise between cutting
efficiency and safety, as well as flexibility
and minimally invasive use in root canal
treatment.
Formlabs
Form 3B: More smiles, all around
The Form 3B is an advanced desktop 3D printer developed
for healthcare. Formlabs’ precise, reliable ecosystem takes the
guesswork out of dental fabrication so faster workflows are just a
few clicks away.
The easy choice for digital appliance production
Users can reclaim their time and produce parts without the hassle
or prohibitive costs. Formlabs brings unprecedented reliability,
quality and ease of use, with validated workflows tested by a team
of dental experts:
1. Scan: Collect patient anatomy digitally using an intraoral
scanner. Send scans to the lab with a digital prescription or to
a design station.
2. Design: Import scan data into dental CAD software to
design treatments virtually, or send scans directly to print
preparation.
3. Print: Import the designed CAD files into PreForm print
preparation software for print setup and send them easily to a
Formlabs printer.
4. Prepare: Wash, dry, and post-cure printed parts. These parts
can then be used intraorally or be used to produce various
indications.
The next generation of dental 3D printing
Advanced Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology uses a
flexible resin tank and a custom-designed, user-replaceable Light
Processing Unit (LPU) to produce consistent, accurate prints.
Reduced peel forces lead to incredible surface finish and part clarity,
right off the printer.
Built for production
Print two to three times more parts in a single build compared to
small build plate DLP (digital light processing) printers to spend
less time handling the printer and more time on high-value tasks.
Production environments can see 55% less labour time and costs
compared to DLP. A modular ecosystem allows for unmatched
consistency, scalability, and redundancy. ■
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DENTAL ASIA SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2021