Maximize Your Lab’s Potential: Invest in 3D Printing or Milling Technology During Summertime Slow Periods

Matt Moran

Summertime is here… School is out, and most likely your team members are taking vacations. This is a unique opportunity to invest in advanced technologies, such as 3D printers or milling machines. By implementing these technologies during downtime, you can enhance efficiency, reduce turnaround times, and position your lab for success during peak periods.

Adding a 3D Printer to enhance your lab’s offering to your customers.
3D printers enable the rapid creation of dental models, surgical guides, and temporary restorations, thereby reducing wait times and increasing throughput. Adding a printer minimizes manual errors, ensuring high-quality outcomes and reducing the need for adjustments. Adding Multiple Printers offers a wider range of services, as well as reducing workloads on your existing printers and increasing revenue.

Adding Dental Milling Machines for increased workflow and flexibility.
Automate the production of crowns, bridges, and other restorations, reducing labor costs and turnaround times. Don’t have to wait for your outsourced company to complete your restorations. Bring your work In-house and ensure consistent quality and reduce time, and reliance on external support. Handle a higher volume of cases during busy periods without compromising quality or timelines.

Make Strategic Investment During Slow Times to MAXIMIZE your Lab
Utilize slower periods to train your team on new equipment, ensuring smooth integration and maximizing productivity. Start with less complex cases to familiarize staff with the technology before scaling up to more intricate procedures. Monitor efficiency and quality improvements to assess return on investment and identify areas for further enhancement.

By investing in 3D printing or milling technology during slower periods, your dental laboratory can enhance productivity, reduce costs, and position itself for sustained growth in the competitive dental industry.