3Shape has announced an open workflow that uses the company’s technology and introduces design and production partners to enable labs and practices to deliver clear aligner treatments to their patients. The digital workflow also is designed for labs looking to enter the clear aligner market. Individual parts of the solution will be available starting the second quarter of 2018.
The workflow comprises a growing network of integrated design and production service providers supported by 3Shape technology, the company reports. Depending on the expertise of the lab or practice wanting to provide clear aligner treatments, they can either outsource design and production to 3Shape partners and/or design and produce in house using the 3Shape Ortho System orthodontic software, which is pending FDA clearance.
To support the design steps for providing the orthodontic setup and staging, 3Shape has invested in the FullContour design services company and has partnered with the Argen Corporation to provide production services. Additional partners will be added moving forward.
The entire open workflow, from scanning and treatment planning to setup and manufacturing, is implemented through 3Shape technology. This puts labs and doctors completely in charge of the budget and treatment, according to the company. Also, any steps in the open workflow can be performed in house and/or sent to 3Shape partners.
“We want to enable doctors and labs to provide this very in-demand treatment and take advantage of this tremendous business opportunity. The 3Shape open workflow enables professionals to confidently deliver affordable clear aligner treatments to patients and clients,” said Tais Clausen, cofounder and co-CEO of 3Shape.
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