Smarter systems turn chairside skill into cosmetic dentistry success. Clinical excellence is expanding beyond the handpiece. If you had asked many clinicians early in their careers what defines a "good dentist," the answer often centered on clinical skill alone. Complex endodontics, surgical extractions, implants, and advanced prosthodontics still matter enormously, but today's general and cosmetic dentistry landscape is asking for more. Experiences across private practice, community health, research, and even correctional healthcare are reshaping what it means to succeed. The emerging picture blends clinical excellence with public health awareness, data literacy, and a commitment to equity so every patient benefits from modern care - not just those who find their way to well-resourced practices. Imaging and robotics are redefining everyday treatment planning. Advanced imaging is no longer reserved for rare, complex cases. Practices like West Jordan Family Dentistry are adding cone beam CT technology, using the DEXIS OP 3D LX system to visualize bone, sinuses, tooth roots, and surrounding structures in three dimensions. That level of detail supports more predictable implant placement, sinus lifts, and bone grafting for patients across an entire region. Digital imaging is also evolving beyond CBCT. Dentsply Sirona and Siemens Healthineers have introduced a dental-dedicated MRI system, the MAGNETOM Free.Max Dental Edition, which has received FDA clearance in the United States. Clinical trials highlighted its potential across endodontics, periodontics, TMJ disorders, extractions, and orthodontics by offering non-ionizing imaging and a field of view focused exclusively on dental structures. Closer to the operatory, AMD Lasers' Acuity intraoral sensor uses Direct X-Ray Photon Detection (DXPD) technology to capture more x-ray data than traditional CMOS sensors. The result is clearer, higher-resolution images with greater dynamic range, supported by dedicated imaging software and backed by multi-year and optional lifetime warranties. On the surgical side, robotic guidance is moving from concept to reality. A live implant surgery demonstration using the Yomi S robotic system showed how digital planning can be translated directly into the surgical environment. By integrating with imaging and treatment planning, robotic guidance supports precise implant positioning and gives clinicians greater control in real time. Same-Day restorations and digital workflows reach the cosmetic patient. Cosmetic and restorative expectations keep climbing, and same-visit solutions are becoming a competitive differentiator. SprintRay's Midas World Tour showcases a fully integrated digital restorative workflow created in collaboration with GC America, Align Technology, and Meisinger Dental. Align's iTero scanners capture high-precision digital scans, while SprintRay's AI design studio and Midas Digital tools convert that data into final restorations in under 10 minutes. This kind of workflow connects scanning, additive manufacturing, materials science, and finishing into a single chairside experience. For general and cosmetic dentistry teams, it means fewer appointments, smoother scheduling, and a more streamlined journey from diagnosis to a finished esthetic result. At the same time, updates to foundational restorative tools can have a big impact. Garrison's enhanced Quad Wedges, part of its Quad Matrix System for challenging Class II cases, now feature a firmer material, a redesigned gripping block, and improved tip geometry. Combined with their split-tip design, these refinements help seal cervical margins and maintain ideal contours, supporting both function and esthetics in everyday restorative work. Cloud platforms quietly rewire the business side of care. Behind the scenes, cloud-based and AI-enabled platforms are changing how practices run. Planet DDS's 2026 Dental Industry Outlook reports that case completion rates have risen from 42 percent to 47 percent year over year, with stronger treatment follow-through, better patient reliability, and healthier daily production. The report also underscores that patient engagement is becoming the biggest competitive advantage. Henry Schein One's latest Dentrix Ascend packages build on this shift, unifying practice management, clinical workflows, imaging, and revenue cycle management in a single intelligent, agentic platform. Dentrix and Dentrix Ascend together now serve more than 48,000 practices in the U.S. and support roughly 100 million claims annually, including 90 percent of the top 50 DSOs. Revenue cycle management itself is getting an AI reboot. FlowRCM estimates that the average dental practice loses $50,000 to $150,000 each year to denied claims, errors, and missed appeal deadlines. Its platform aims to prevent denials, automatically recover rejected claims, and replace percentage-based billing services with a predictable flat monthly fee that many practices recoup within the first month. Cloud-based clinical systems are advancing as well. Oryx, for example, represents a fully managed, all-in-one solution built specifically for dentistry, joining other purpose-built platforms such as Vyne for revenue tools and Overjet and Pearl for AI-enhanced imaging analysis. Together, they signal that dentistry is finally catching up to other industries in software innovation. At the infrastructure level, organizations like The Aspen Group (TAG) report nearly double-digit revenue growth across multi-brand healthcare portfolios after investing heavily in clinical training, AI-enabled tools, and digital modernization. TotalOp's all-inclusive operatory subscription model goes even further, combining smart equipment, AI-powered predictive maintenance, and a single monthly fee to activate unused operatories and reduce unplanned downtime. Marketing, patient engagement, and the front office go high-tech. Growth today also depends on smarter communication. Weave has been selected as the exclusive patient engagement platform endorsed for American Dental Association members, reflecting a push toward integrated communication tools for small and midsize practices. These systems aim to connect messaging, scheduling, and patient reminders in one place. Large organizations are using AI to sharpen their marketing ROI. PDS Health is expanding its use of Marchex's conversation intelligence platform to connect offline phone calls back to specific marketing campaigns. By analyzing aggregated call data with AI, they can see which efforts actually lead to scheduled appointments and adjust spend accordingly. Cloud platforms like Planet DDS and Dentrix Ascend, along with AI-powered billing from FlowRCM, make it easier to track case acceptance, follow-through, and collections - giving general and cosmetic practices clearer visibility into where patients drop off and which engagement efforts are working. Consumer oral care brands are setting new patient expectations. Patients are also arriving with higher expectations shaped by what they see on store shelves. Philips Zoom! Take-Home Whitening, for instance, delivers on average up to 8.9 shades of improvement after 14 days of use with minimal sensitivity when used as directed. The system is built around a balance of biology, chemistry, and comfort, addressing common concerns about "zingers" while boosting confidence in an era of constant video calls and social media. At mass retail, LISTERINE's Citrus Mint alcohol-free mouthwash brings a mild grapefruit and yuzu mint flavor, alcohol-free formula, and four essential oils that kill 99.9 percent of bad breath germs. Its positioning around five times more cleaning power and instant fresh breath gives hygienists another option to discuss with patients who want a gentler rinse. Boka's fluoride-free Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth blends 5 percent potassium nitrate with nano-hydroxyapatite in a Mint Cream flavor to address sensitivity while avoiding fluoride, parabens, and harsh ingredients. For wellness-focused patients, that combination of comfort and "better-for-you" ingredients aligns with broader health trends. AquaSonic's Precision Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush is expanding into hundreds of Target locations, emphasizing access to modern oral care. As more consumers connect oral health with overall wellness, these visible retail launches can spark valuable in-office conversations about brushes, rinses, and at-home whitening that complement professional cosmetic treatments. Turning innovation into a practical game plan. With so many new tools and technologies, it helps to ground decisions in a simple question: does this help more patients complete the care they need with better experiences and outcomes? The latest industry benchmarks, imaging systems, cloud platforms, AI billing tools, engagement solutions, and consumer products all point toward the same opportunity. * Use advanced imaging and, where appropriate, robotic guidance to plan and deliver more precise, confidence-building restorative and implant care. * Leverage cloud and AI platforms to raise treatment completion rates, reduce claim losses, and understand exactly where revenue leaks occur. * Strengthen patient engagement through modern communication tools and data-driven marketing insights that tie outreach directly to scheduled visits. * Align in-office cosmetic services with the whitening, sensitivity relief, and powered brushing options patients already see in retail channels. In this environment, chairside mastery is still essential - but it becomes even more powerful when paired with smarter systems before, during, and after every visit. That combination is where general and cosmetic dentistry can truly stand out in the years ahead.

2025: A year of breakthroughs in digital dentistry. In News by SprintrayDecember 31, 2025 When SprintRay Inc. look back at 2025, SprintRay Inc.'ll remember it as the year digital dentistry stopped being "the future" and became the present. For SprintRay, it was a year of firsts - new partnerships, new materials, new capabilities, and recognition that validated what SprintRay Inc. has been building for the past decade. Partnerships that change the game. In March, SprintRay Inc. announced a strategic partnership with Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) focused on developing high-quality, permanent same-day restorations. The goal is ambitious: bring to market the first permanent chairside 3D printed crown with the durability patients and dentists expect from traditional lab-fabricated restorations. As Solventum's President of Dental Solutions Karim Mansour put it: "Imagine a world where your dentist can create a crown that can last decades in a matter of minutes." That's not a distant dream anymore. It's the roadmap SprintRay Inc. is actively building. At IDS 2025 in Cologne, SprintRay Inc. took another major step forward with the Straumann Group. This strategic alliance produced the Straumann Signature Midas by SprintRay - a co-branded version of its Midas Digital Press integrated with Straumann's AXS platform and SIRIOS intraoral scanner. It's a collaboration designed to accelerate same-day dentistry adoption worldwide. These partnerships join its existing integrations with Nobel Biocare, Ivoclar, Medit, 3Shape, Dexis, and Align - creating an ecosystem where SprintRay technology connects seamlessly with the tools practices already use. SprintRay Inc. also received significant third-party validation this year. Zest Dental Solutions published a whitepaper confirming SprintRay OnX Tough 2 as the highest strength resin for LOCATOR fixed prosthetics - independent confirmation that its materials perform at the level practices need for demanding clinical applications. New materials, new possibilities. Materials are the lifeblood of 3D printing. The printer is only as good as what it can produce - and in 2025, SprintRay Inc. dramatically expanded what's possible. At the Chicago Midwinter Meeting in February, SprintRay Inc. unveiled Crown HT for Midas, a first-of-its-kind Midas-exclusive material for definitive crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers. SprintRay Inc. also introduced Digital Temp for Midas, leveraging its proprietary NanoFusion technology for superior temporary restorations. Dr. Matt Nejad, a leading biomimetic and aesthetic dentist in Beverly Hills, has been using Midas in his practice: "It has reduced multi-surface restoration time from 90-120 minutes to just 30-40 minutes per patient visit, dramatically enhancing efficiency and the overall patient experience." For the Digital Print line, SprintRay Inc. launched SportsGuard Resin - available in Crimson Red and Cobalt Blue - for high-performance custom athletic mouthguards. And in Q3, SprintRay Inc. released Direct Print Retainer Resin, enabling 3D printing of clear retainers with micron-level accuracy and eliminating the need for traditional thermoforming. Hardware innovation: the Duo Kit. Sometimes the biggest innovations aren't entirely new products - they're new ways to use what you already have. The Duo Kit for Pro 2 is a patent-pending accessory that splits the build platform and resin tank into two discrete areas. The result? You can print two different resins simultaneously. For practices producing full dentures, splints, and other high-demand applications, this is a workflow accelerator. No more waiting for one material to finish before starting another. No more swapping tanks mid-day. Just faster, more efficient production from the equipment you already own. European expansion. 2025 marked its biggest push into European markets. At IDS 2025, SprintRay Inc. officially launched Midas Digital Press across Europe and announced that its industry-leading Ceramic Crown and OnX Tough 2 resins would soon be available pending Class IIa certification under EU Medical Device Regulation. The response from European dental professionals confirmed what SprintRay Inc. has seen in the US: practices are ready for same-day dentistry, and they're looking for technology partners who can deliver it reliably. SprintRay Inc. don't do this work for awards, but it's gratifying when the broader business community takes notice of what's happening in digital dentistry. In 2025, its co-founders received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Greater Los Angeles - recognition that reflects the contributions of its entire team. As CEO Amir Mansouri noted: "It's a recognition of the entire team that got us to win the championship. We popped champagne and celebrated all the contributions that got us here. It also happens to be our 10th anniversary." Ten years ago, SprintRay started as a USC research project. Today, SprintRay Inc. is helping define what modern dentistry looks like. Growing the family: EnvisionTEC acquisition. In September 2025, SprintRay Inc. acquired EnvisionTEC's dental portfolio from Desktop Health - adding over 200 patents, cDLM technology, and the Flexcera material line to its capabilities. This acquisition strengthens its ability to serve both chairside practices and dental labs, expanding its reach across the full spectrum of digital dentistry workflows. What it all means. Every partnership, every material launch, every hardware innovation in 2025 pointed toward the same goal: making digital dentistry more accessible, more reliable, and more valuable for practices of every size. The numbers tell the story. According to AM Research, 15% of US dental practices now have at least one 3D printer - approximately 30,000 printers in practices alone. More importantly, US practices now have more printers than mills for in-office workflows. The shift is happening. And SprintRay Inc. is proud to be helping lead it. Looking ahead. 2025 was a year of building - partnerships, materials, capabilities, and trust. In 2026, SprintRay Inc.'ll put all of it to work. Same-day permanent restorations. Expanded material options. Deeper integrations. More practices discovering what's possible when they bring digital workflows in-house. Thank you for being part of this journey. Whether you've been with SprintRay Inc. since the MoonRay days or you're just starting to explore 3D printing, SprintRay Inc. is grateful for your trust. Ready to see what SprintRay can do for your practice?

Becomes the official UK repair centre for SprintRay 3D printers. MC Repairs Ltd is proud to announce that MC Repairs Ltd is now the first independent repair centre for SprintRay, officially managing all UK warranty and non-warranty repairs for SprintRay 3D printers. This partnership marks a major step forward for digital dentistry in the UK, giving clinics and laboratories fast, reliable, and fully certified local support. Why SprintRay partnered with MC Repairs. In 2024, SprintRay began searching for a trusted UK partner who could offer the same high standards of service that customers expect from its European headquarters. Until now, most SprintRay repairs required printers to be shipped abroad - a time-consuming process that caused unnecessary downtime for clinics. SprintRay wanted a UK-based service hub with proven technical ability, rapid turnaround, and strong customer focus. With over 25 years of dental equipment repair experience, MC Repairs already worked with every major manufacturer in the industry. Its reputation for reliability, combined with over £300K in stock and 24-hour turnaround times, made MC Repairs Ltd the ideal partner. Training and certification at SprintRay Europe. In early 2025, Andrew (Workshop Manager) and I, Carl Wise, travelled to SprintRay Europe in Weiterstadt, Germany, to begin an intensive technical training programme covering every aspect of SprintRay 3D printer servicing. * Full mechanical and optical calibration procedures * Resin handling and curing system maintenance * Software diagnostics and firmware troubleshooting * Detailed component-level repair training "Working with SprintRay's engineers in Germany gave us a real appreciation for the technology's precision and quality," says Carl Wise. "It was vital that our UK repair standards matched SprintRay's global benchmarks." After three months of rigorous training, SprintRay engineers visited MC Repairs' facility in the UK to verify its setup and ensure all procedures met official SprintRay standards. Once approved, MC Repairs became the exclusive authorised UK repair and warranty centre for SprintRay products. Certified SprintRay Repairs - now in the UK. With accreditation complete, all SprintRay warranty and non-warranty repairs are now handled directly by MC Repairs. Its collection, service, and return process typically takes less than one week, helping dental professionals and labs minimise downtime. Where available, loan units can also be provided to keep workflows running smoothly. * UK-based SprintRay service - no more overseas shipping * Certified repairs using genuine SprintRay parts * Fast turnaround - collection, repair, and return in under a week * Direct communication with UK technicians * Loan printers available (subject to stock) "Our goal is to eliminate unnecessary downtime," says Andrew. "Clinics can rely on us for expert support, fast turnaround, and complete confidence in every repair." Supporting the growth of digital dentistry. 3D printing has transformed modern dentistry, enabling faster turnaround, more accurate results, and cost-effective in-house production of models, guides, and aligners. As more practices adopt SprintRay technology, having a dedicated UK repair centre ensures that clinicians can continue working with confidence, knowing their equipment is supported locally by trained experts. MC Repairs is also expanding its capabilities across other areas of digital dental technology, including intraoral scanners, milling systems, and imaging units - creating a comprehensive digital support hub for UK dentists. Looking ahead. As SprintRay continues to grow its UK presence, MC Repairs is investing in additional training, dedicated workstations, and specialist diagnostic tools to meet future demand. "This partnership represents a new chapter for us," says Carl Wise. "Digital dentistry is the future, and we're proud to support UK dentists with world-class service right here at home." Need SprintRay support? If you require SprintRay 3D printer repairs, warranty servicing, or technical advice, contact the authorised UK team at MC Repairs Ltd: MC Repairs Ltd'll arrange collection, certified repair, and return within a week - keeping your SprintRay system performing at its best.