SprintRay S Dental 3D Printer User Guide
- May 15, 2024
- SprintRay
Table of Contents
SprintRay S Dental 3D Printer
Workflow at a Glance
- Capture Data
Get Design
Create Print Job
3D Print
Wash
Post Cure
Prepare and Deliver
Finish and Polish
Capture Data
- Time
- 10 minutes
Tools
Scan Upper, Lower, and Bite
Perform a full scan of the patient to capture their digital anatomy. Make sure
there are no holes in your scan and do your best to capture as much of the
surrounding tissue as possible. Complete the bite scan in a closed, resting
position for best results.
Export the scans as an STL with the upper and lower arch in occlusion. This is
the default export style for most scanners and eliminates the need for a bite
scan.
Get Design
- Time
- 5 minutes
Tools
Submit Treatment Request
Visit dashboard.sprintray.com and sign in or sign up for a SprintRay account. Select or add your patient, then choose the ‘Nightguard’ treatment type. Set the desired parameters and upload the patient files, then submit.
Review and Approve Design
SprintRay Cloud Design will provide the night guard in 1-2 business days. You’ll receive an email notification when it’s ready. Review and approve the file from your Cloud Design dashboard.
Create Print Job
- Time
- 5 minutes
Tools
Import into RayWare
Once the night guard design has been approved, the ‘Add To Print Job’ button on the Cloud Design treatment page will automatically generate a build platform in RayWare Cloud. If setting up the build platform manually, select the ‘Occlusal Guard’ print job type. Select the printer and resin you’ll be using. We recommend printing night guards at 100 microns.
Import your design. RayWare will automatically orient the model with the intaglio facing away from the build platform and with the model at an optimal 25-degree angle with supports.
Queue to Printer
Once you’re happy with the setup of your print, select the ‘Send to Queue’ button, then choose the printer you’d like to use for this print job.
You can also use the ‘Print Now’ button, but be sure to thoroughly inspect your printer before you start printing.
3D Print
- Time
- 60 mins
Tools
Prepare and Start the Print Job
- Check that the platform is clean, locked, and ready
- Check that the resin tank is seated in its cradle
- Fill the tank to the max line with NightGuard Flex or Firm resin and mix to incorporate
- Go to the queue and press ‘Start Print’ Monitor progress on the touchscreen or on
- SprintRay Cloud. This print job should take around 60 minutes
Wash
- Time
- 10 mins
Tools
Wash the Night Guard
- Transfer the build platform to ProWash
- Run a standard cleaning cycle
- Remove the night guard from the build platform
Post Cure
- Time
- 8 minutes
Tools
Cure in ProCure 2
- Place the night guard on the center line in ProCure 2
- Select the resin you printed with, select to cure on the centerline, and press ‘Start’
Remove Supports
Twist the supports away from the night guard to remove. Don’t worry if small support nubs are left on the guard, you’ll remove them in the next step.
Smoothen and Try-in
- Time
- 5 minutes
Tools
Smoothen and Polish
- Use low RPM with a polishing wheel or carbide bur to remove any stumps left over from supports. Use 10,000-12,000 RPM.
- Use a steamer and or give the night guard a rinse with warm non-medicated soap and water. Brush with a toothbrush to remove residue.
Patient Try-in and Adjustment
- Soak the guard in a dental rubber bowl of warm water (no hotter than 50C) for 15 seconds to soften.
- Seat the guard and let the patient try the appliance. Adjust the chairside to achieve optimal fit.
Finish and Polish
- Time
- 5 minutes
Tools
Pre-polish with Pumice
Use a muslin wheel and pumice on a dental lathe with firm, consistent pressure. Reach all areas of the guard. Keep the wheel damp and the pumice flowable.
Polish with Tripoli
Use a fresh muslin wheel and Tripoli. Use firm and consistent pressure, reaching all areas of the guard. Once finished, apply again and repeat using light pressure.
High Shine
Use a fresh muslin wheel and Hatho beige. Use firm and consistent pressure, reaching all areas of the guard. Achieve a uniform shine across the full appliance.
High Gloss (Optional)
Use a cotton buff wheel and Hatho pink. Use consistent pressure, reaching all areas of the guard until you achieve a mirror finish.
Clean
Use a toothbrush with warm non-medicated soap and water and/or a steamer to clean the guard before delivering it to the patient.
Your night guard is now ready for delivery.