In modern dentistry and orthodontics, 3D printing technologies and high-quality materials enable the production of precise, patient-specific products. These include splints (e.g. whitening, protective or bite splints), templates (such as drilling templates), customised impression trays and models (e.g. dental crowns, orthodontic or implant models). All products are manufactured from certified medical devices and, thanks to their specific properties, deliver optimal results for both dental practices and laboratories.
Splints
Bleaching Tray
In a nutshell:
A flexible tray designed to hold bleaching gel. It typically features dedicated gel reservoirs, the shape and depth of which can be precisely adjusted in the DentaMile connect software.
Important distinction:
The bleaching tray is not customized. It is primarily intended to hold the gel and is not designed to function as a functional bite splint.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Flex NX
Light-curing 3D printing resin for the additive manufacturing of flexible dental splints. Certified as a Class I medical device.
- Optimal elasticity
- Extremely tear-resistant and shatterproof
- Easy to clean
- Transparent aesthetics
Adjusted Bleaching Tray
In a nutshell:
A bleaching tray that has been additionally adjusted to fit the occlusion or contact area.
Important distinction:
This variant should be distinguished from the standard bleaching tray when additional adjustment to the bite is required. Due to the adjustment to the opposing bite, adjusted bleaching trays are used in only one jaw at a time.
The adjustment can be either static or dynamic.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Flex NX
Light-curing 3D printing resin for the additive manufacturing of flexible dental splints. Certified as a Class I medical device.
- Optimal elasticity
- Extremely tear-resistant and shatterproof
- Easy to clean
- Transparent aesthetics
Protective Splint
In a nutshell:
A splint designed to protect the teeth, for example, during stress, clenching, or grinding.
Important distinction:
A protective splint is not the same as a complex, custom-fitted bite splint. If the bite contacts need to be specifically designed, a custom-fitted bite splint should be considered instead.
The protective splint most closely resembles a simple thermoformed splint.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Plus NX
Class IIa medical device ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatments.
- Rigid, hard material for splints designed to stabilize tooth position
- Unchanged mechanical properties at both room temperature and body temperature
- Clear and transparent
- Precise fit
- Not brittle
LuxaPrint Ortho Comfort NX
Class IIa medical device, ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatments.
- Extremely durable yet flexible—for exceptional longevity
- Very comfortable to wear thanks to its thin printable thickness and increased flexibility in the mouth
- Pleasantly easy to insert even at room temperature
Adjusted Splint
In a nutshell:
A bite splint with a defined, customized occlusal surface. It is used when bite contacts need to be specifically shaped.
Important distinction:
This product type should be selected when there are functional requirements or specific occlusal specifications.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Plus NX
Class IIa medical device ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatments.
- Rigid, hard material for splints designed to stabilize tooth position
- Unchanged mechanical properties at both room and body temperature
- Clear and transparent
- Precise fit
- Not brittle
LuxaPrint Ortho Comfort NX
Class IIa medical device, ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatments.
- Extremely durable yet flexible—for exceptional longevity
- Very comfortable to wear thanks to its thin printable thickness and increased flexibility in the mouth
- Pleasantly easy to insert even at room temperature
Adjusted Splint with Canine Guidance
In a nutshell:
An adjusted bite splint that additionally takes into account guidance via the front teeth and canines.
Important distinction:
This product type is more specific than the “Adjusted Bite Splint.” It should be selected when guidance via the front teeth and canines is explicitly requested or specified by the treating dentist.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Plus NX
Class IIa medical device ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatments.
- Rigid, hard material for splints designed to stabilize tooth position
- Unchanged mechanical properties at both room and body temperature
- Clear and transparent
- Precise fit
- Not brittle
LuxaPrint Ortho Comfort NX
Class IIa medical device, ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and orthodontic appliances as part of orthodontic treatments.
- Extremely durable yet flexible—for exceptional longevity
- Very comfortable to wear due to its thin printable thickness and increased flexibility in the mouth
- Pleasant and easy to insert even at room temperature
Michigan Splint
In a nutshell:
A classic bite splint with a defined occlusion, often used as a therapeutic splint for functional complaints.
Important distinction:
A Michigan splint is a special type of adjusted bite splint. It is typically fabricated for the upper jaw, is hard and dimensionally stable, and features a flat, uniformly shaped occlusal surface with defined occlusal contacts. The goal is to provide even support for all teeth during the final bite and controlled guidance during movements of the lower jaw, often with relief of pressure on the posterior teeth during lateral and protrusion movements.
Not every bruxism splint is automatically a Michigan splint. The term should be used when the practitioner specifically refers to this type of splint.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Plus NX
Class IIa medical device, ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and appliances used in orthodontic treatment.
- Rigid, hard material for splints designed to stabilize tooth position
- Unchanged mechanical properties at both room and body temperature
- Clear and transparent
- Precise fit
- Not brittle
LuxaPrint Ortho Comfort NX
Class IIa medical device, ideally suited for the fabrication of bite splints and orthodontic appliances as part of orthodontic treatments.
- Extremely durable yet flexible—for exceptional longevity
- Very comfortable to wear thanks to its thin printable thickness and increased flexibility in the mouth
- Pleasantly easy to insert even at room temperature
Indirect Bonding Tray
In a nutshell:
A flexible transfer tray used in orthodontics to position brackets and transfer them onto the teeth.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho Flex NX
Light-curing 3D printing resin for the additive manufacturing of flexible dental trays. Certified as a Class I medical device.
- Optimal elasticity
- Extremely tear-resistant and shatterproof
- Easy to clean
- Transparent aesthetics
Guides
Surgical Guide
In a nutshell:
A guide for guided drilling, for example, in implant planning. It helps transfer the planned drilling position into the mouth.
Important:
Delivered without a drilling sleeve.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho NX
for the fabrication of custom drilling guides with the highest precision. Certified as a Class I medical device.
- Precise fit of the drill sleeve
- Drilling guide precisely in position
- Clear and transparent, for perfect control
- “Clear view” of the surgical site
- Autoclavable, for high hygiene standards
- Surgical Guide, Quarter Arch
Sugical Guide, Quarter Arch
In a nutshell:
A drilling guide designed for a single quadrant, i.e., a limited section of the jaw.
Important:
This is the smaller version compared to the full drilling template. Supplied without a drilling sleeve.
Material:
LuxaPrint Ortho NX
for the fabrication of custom drilling guides with the highest precision. Certified as a Class I medical device.
Exakte Passung der Bohrhülse
- Precise fit of the drill sleeve
- Drilling guide precisely in position
- Clear and transparent, for perfect control
- “Clear view” of the surgical field
- Autoclavable, for high hygiene standards
Tray
Individual Tray
In a nutshell:
A patient-specific impression tray for conventional impressions.
Material:
LuxaPrint Tray
LuxaPrint Tray is certified as a Class I medical device and can be used with all types of trays in combination with all standard impression materials. The cure depth, which is perfectly optimized for the 3D printing process, ensures optimal resolution even at the highest print speeds.
Model
Material:
LuxaPrint Model GRY, IVR, BGE, TRA
LuxaPrint Model is a light-curing precision resin for producing a wide variety of 3D-printed models—whether full or partial models, with or without removable stumps, solid or hollow—for aesthetically demanding work.
Dental Arch
In a nutshell:
A printed dental arch without a complete model base. It is used to represent the dental arch.
It may feature a bar for stabilization.
Important distinction:
The dental arch is less comprehensive than a “model with a base.”
Model with Base
In a nutshell:
A printed model with a sturdy base or plinth.
Important distinction:
The model with a base is more stable and complete than a simple dental arch.
Orthodonic Model
In a nutshell:
A model with an orthodontic base design is a model specifically tailored for orthodontics. The base is “trimmed” or shaped according to fixed reference planes so that the upper and lower jaws fit together precisely and tooth alignment can be accurately assessed.
A defined base shape is typical: The upper jaw tapers to a point at the front toward the midline, while the lower jaw is flat or slightly rounded at the front. The lateral and posterior surfaces are aligned symmetrically. Anatomically important areas such as the vestibule, ligament attachments, and jaw base are preserved.
Implant Model
In a nutshell:
An implant model is a working model for implant-supported dental restorations. It not only replicates the teeth and jawbone but also the exact position and orientation of the implants. To achieve this, appropriate implant analogs are inserted into the model. A flexible gingival mask is often used in addition to this so that the area around the implant can be realistically assessed and the future crown, bridge, or superstructure can be designed to fit properly.
Model with Removable Die
In a nutshell:
A stump model is a working model for crowns, bridges, or other fixed restorations. The prepared teeth are represented as individual, removable stumps. This allows the laboratory to clearly identify the preparation margin and precisely adapt the final restoration to the tooth. The stump model is particularly important when the margin profile, fit, and contact points must be worked out with great precision.
Model with Base, Quarter Arch
In a nutshell:
A model with a base for only one quadrant or section.
Important distinction:
This is a partial model and not a complete model of the entire jaw.
Orthodontic Model, Quarter Arch
In a nutshell:
An orthodontic model for only one quadrant or section.
Important distinction:
This is the smaller or partial version of the orthodontic model.
Implant Model, Quarter Arch
In a nutshell:
An implant-related model for only one quadrant or section.
Important distinction:
This is the partial model version of the implant model.
Model with Removable Die, Quarter Arch
In a nutshell:
A die model for only one quadrant or section.
Important distinction:
This is the partial version of the die model.
Crowns & Bridges
Material:
LuxaPrint Material*** A1, A2, A3
Single Crown
In a nutshell:
A single printed crown for one tooth.
Bridge, 2er, 3er etc.
In a nutshell:
A printed bridge comprising several units.