BMF recently made an interesting announcement about their micro 3D printer being used for a rather unique application: dental veneers. Dental veneers are thin layers of material that are placed over teeth to improve their appearance and protect them from damage. BMF’s micro 3D printers, which have the ability to produce very tiny objects with high resolution, are being utilized to create these veneers.
Before this development, BMF’s micro 3D printers were primarily used by researchers and companies in the field of microfluidic devices. These devices have intricate pathways for fluids and can be used for various purposes. The versatility of the printers showcased their wide range of applications.
Now, one of BMF’s customers, UltraThinner, is making waves in the dental industry by producing the “world’s thinnest cosmetic dental veneers” using BMF’s micro 3D printing technology. These veneers are reportedly three times thinner than traditional ones. There are two key reasons why using BMF’s technology makes sense for producing veneers. Firstly, the precision and high resolution capabilities of the equipment allow for the production of small objects with great accuracy. Secondly, the ability to customize veneers for each individual patient is a significant advantage.
This application of 3D printing in the dental industry meets the three success factors typically associated with successful 3D print applications. Similar applications in other fields have proven to be successful in the past, which bodes well for BMF’s client. While 3D printing is not new to the dental industry, as it has been utilized for various applications previously, the high resolution capability of BMF’s equipment sets it apart from other competitors.
The dental market has proven to be extremely profitable for 3D printer manufacturers who have entered this space. In fact, it has become a safe haven for companies that struggled with heavy competition in the general purpose 3D printing market. Several companies have shifted their focus to dental applications and have found success. BMF could potentially join this group with their new application.
The question now is how many other unique applications can be discovered for the high resolution micro 3D printing technology offered by BMF. The possibilities seem endless, and it will be interesting to see what other breakthroughs this technology can enable.
Overall, BMF’s foray into the dental industry with their micro 3D printers opens up new opportunities and showcases the potential of this technology beyond its current applications.
