--- title: DENTCA Crown & Bridge for Carbon Printers slug: materials/dentca-crown-bridge description: Enhance your dental restoration process with the DENTCA® Crown & Bridge guide for Carbon M Series printers. This comprehensive document outlines essential digital pre-processing steps, including design processes for crowns and bridges. docTags: createdAt: 2024-07-08T20:19:12.485Z --- # Overview ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem **DENTCA® Crown & Bridge for Carbon printers **is now available for Carbon M Series printers to produce temporary crowns and bridges. DENTCA Crown & Bridge for Carbon printers currently comes in 6 shades: - A1, A2, A3, A3.5, B1, B2, BL1 ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/L_N9dRGerFp9_0VyNw0fp_image.png) ::: :::: This guide will cover digital pre-processing of your temporary crowns and bridges to properly prepare them for printing. :::hint{type="info"} This resin is not currently compatible with the [AO Polishing Cassette](docId\:iFFh3q8-WLk-LIqr87bd5). ::: ## Resource Links ::::LinkArray :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-IOQIJkNnkbUAw9Q-ap1FV-20241115-235121.jpg"} [About the Material](https://www.carbon3d.com/materials/crown-and-bridge-resin) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/cJAKqDDnRUAeJAXNRThMm-20251016-221334.png"} [Instructions for Use](https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/dentca.b-dentca-w-ss-paperclip/production/public/ckeditor_assets/attachments/264/01-09-117-001_directions_for_use_-dentca_crown_and_bridge_for_carbon_printers-final_after_carbon_review.pdf) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/1r3fpdvMUMFVZGfey2Tjn-20251016-221405.jpg"} [Safety Data Sheet](https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/dentca.b-dentca-w-ss-paperclip/production/public/ckeditor_assets/attachments/274/dentca_crown_and_bridge_for_carbon_printers_sds_us-english.pdf) ::: :::: ## Protocol This downloadable handout provides important usage information, including instructions about storage and post-processing. Print it out and bring it into the lab! ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/EIzPkL2AvmCkKk1LDYjHt_dentca-crown-bridge-protocol-v102.pdf" label="DENTCA Crown & Bridge Protocol v1.02.pdf"} ## Dental Post-Processing Grids ::::VerticalSplit{layout="right"} :::VerticalSplitItem One of our most popular downloads! This table provides washing and curing instructions for all supported dental resins. Print it and use it in the lab as a quick reference. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Images of dental post-processing grids](https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/Education/Materials/materials_overview/3-dental-grids-stacked01-drop-shadows.png) ::: :::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **English** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/vQ2WsRger2d-CoLrn-m5f_dental-post-processing-grids-v0501.pdf" label="Dental-Post-Processing-Grids_v0501.pdf"} ::: :::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **German/Deutsch** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-seBSLAiWUzNDRI1GCLlop-20241125-214312.pdf" label="ZAHNÄRZTLICHES NACHBEARBEITUNGSGITTER v03.71 DE Deutsch.pdf"} ::: :::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **Spanish/Español** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-2i0UhzOfuA4aYJFusL1v2-20241203-180542.pdf" label="Rejilla de Posprocesamiento Dental v03.71 ES Espanol Spanish.pdf"} ::: :::: # Design ## Crowns ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem **Carbon recommends designing your crowns as usual**. DENTCA® Crown & Bridge for Carbon printers requires no special considerations. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Crowns in CAD](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/3YbGeVrBZFFms0FCglI6v_image.png) ::: :::: ## Bridges ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem **Carbon recommends designing your bridges as usual**. DENTCA® Crown & Bridge for Carbon printers requires no special considerations. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Bridge model in CAD](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/hOLuo4SWQUP3zlmBOTELn_image.png) ::: :::: # General Orientation & Support Information ## Hide the Platform Use **Toggle platform** (or press **B**) to hide the platform before orienting parts. This will make it easier to see overhangs and place supports. ![](https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/v1741970064/Education/Materials/dental/__General_Use/toggle-platform02.gif) ## Use Fence tool to create supports ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem ### Fence tool - [Fence supports](docId\:VUbpoAitbLM11aM9-qJ1p) are manually placed by the user and are best suited on **linear overhangs **or smaller areas. - Fences provide stability while leaving smaller nubs than the default Bars option. ::Image[]{src="https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/v1741914724/Education/Materials/dental/__General_Use/standard-support-menu-fence.png" size="50" width="214" height="77" position="flex-start" showCaption="false"} ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![](https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/v1741914737/Education/Materials/dental/__General_Use/standard-fence-partial01.png) ::: :::: :::hint{type="info"} Review [Supports](docId\:VUbpoAitbLM11aM9-qJ1p) in [Printer UI](docId\:oId4ZNZtZYeltTPVJ984a) course for more information. ::: # Crowns ## Proper Orientation of Crowns Carbon recommends: - No overhangs on crown margins. - No overhangs on interface surfaces. - Minimum overhangs on buccal/lingual crown surfaces. Following these recommendations will maximize accuracy and minimize the need for manual finishing. ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem ![Top view](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/DYUfNJkCXWK4-QreB7dPy_image.png "Top view") ![Bottom view](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/CF-Iwg4wPWxDlAM_rOOcs_image.png "Bottom view") ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Side view](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/PPNGGrHW-GGnCpRPBBYDt_image.png "Side view") ::: :::: ## Orienting 1. Click on **Orient** or **Shift + O** in the main bar in the printer software. 2. In the lower right corner, turn on **Overhang Detection** or **V key** set to **40 degrees** to indicate areas that need support in red. ::Image[]{src="https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/Education/Materials/dental/__General_Use/Orient-toggle-platform-color01.png" size="70" width="1661" height="866" position="flex-start" alt="Printer UI showing Orient and Overhang Detection buttons" showCaption="false"} 3\. Orient each crown so that the margin and interface are **free of overhangs**. 4\. Refine orientation to **minimize overhangs** on other crown surfaces. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/QLoc5h6B0MCc5X-yApL20_image.png" size="74" width="1117" height="1026" position="flex-start" alt="Images showing overhangs" showCaption="false"} The margin and interface of each crown should now be free of overhangs. The remaining surfaces should have a minimal amount of overhangs. **Note:** Margins and interfaces that have overhangs will require supports. These supports affect fit and will require finishing to ensure proper seating. ## Supporting 1. Click **Support or Shift + S** in the dark gray bar. 2. Under **Position, **select **Above Platform** to lift parts off the platform. 3. Skip **Auto Support Method** as this mode is not recommended. 4. Click **Manually Ad****d** to go to the Support editing interface. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/5yHdHAEBf-pUJfuI21sSD_image.png" size="70" width="1308" height="1293" position="flex-start" alt="Supporting screen" showCaption="false"} ## Add Fence Supports 1. Click **Toggle Platform button** in the lower tool bar to hide the platform. This will enable better visibility during fence creation. 2. Click the **fences icon** in the top menu bar. 3. Click a **series of points** in an area of overhang to define the fence. 4. If an overhang region is large, apply fencing to the edges of the region as well as the center. 5. Click ESC key and then hold down E key to reposition points. 6. Click **Generate** to create the fence geometry. This may take a few minutes. 7. Repeat as needed. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/47_fjaZbnspLD6PR6PJu8_image.png" size="72" width="1308" height="1323" position="flex-start" alt="Supporting crown" showCaption="false"} # Bridges ## Proper Orientation of Bridges Carbon recommends: - No overhangs on crown margins. - No overhangs on interface surfaces. - Minimum overhangs on buccal/lingual crown surfaces. Following these recommendations will maximize accuracy and minimize the need for manual finishing. ![Well supported bridges on the platform](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/Vlt1blaYx6O8ij8XYTX2i_image.png) ## Orienting 1. Click on **Orient** or **Shift + O** in the main bar in the printer software. 2. In the lower right corner, turn on **Overhang Detection** or **V key** set to **40 degrees** to indicate areas that need support in red. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/--Nv8Qs6F17QkjNZ89uDi_image.png" size="66" width="576" height="357" position="flex-start" alt="Printer UI showing Orient and Overhang Detection buttons" showCaption="false"} 3\. The bridge **margin and interface should face away from the platform** (occlusal surface will face platform). 4\. Keep parts **roughly parallel to the platform.** The margin and interface of each bridge should now be free of overhangs. The remaining surfaces should have a minimal amount of overhangs. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/og12QGqLeuFF2LfwFQhTs_image.png" size="70" width="1178" height="1197" position="flex-start" alt="Images showing overhangs" showCaption="false"} ## Supporting 1. Click **Support or Shift + S** in the dark gray bar. 2. Under **Position, **select **Above Platform** to lift parts off the platform. 3. Under **Auto Support Method** select **Basic **and click **Generate****. ** ![Supporting screen in printer UI](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/dYCzVHrIfTKm7ek_vuxgC_image.png) # Nesting ![](https://res.cloudinary.com/carbon3d/image/upload/t_auto_quality_format/v1741997726/Education/Materials/dental/__General_Use/top-bar-layout.jpg) ::::VerticalSplit{layout="right"} :::VerticalSplitItem 1. Select the **Layout tab**** (Shift + L)** in the top menu bar. 2. Under **Auto Layout,** select **Gen2.** - Gen2 usually gives the most effecient packing for dental devices. 3. Enter at least **1 mm** in **Padding.** - Models require a minimum of 1 mm of space between them. 4. Leave **Optimize starting rotation** unchecked. - This leaves your parts in their previous orientations. 5. Leave **Allowed rotations** at the default setting. - This gives the software maximum flexibility to fit the most possible parts on the build platform. 6. Press the **Auto Layout** button to arrange your parts. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Screen shot showing button locations](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/xAWXuUiH7J2wOdf4bWiJT_gen-2-auto-layout-callouts.png) ::: :::: If necessary, nesting can be changed manually: - Click and drag parts to adjust their position. - Modify Z rotation by using the **Spin **tool or manual rotations under the **Orient tab** **(Shift + O).** - Use the **Part List tab **as needed to more easily select models and focus on them. # Print Preparation ## Print Controls Click **Print Controls** or **Shift + P** in the top menu bar. ![Printe Controls button in Printer UI](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/X35L-c75pnQJlbDt3kfVZ_image.png) 1. Under **Print Profile** select **Default**. 2. Choose your **cassette type**. 3. Printing with release film can make part removal easier once printing is complete. If using release film, select **Print with release film**. 4. Under **Slicing,** select **Fine (50 µ) setting**. ![Printe Controls settings](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-RmFNcH1ZCYLb86HyVbAH7-20241004-180207.png) ## Project Analysis 1. Select the **Project Analysis** tab. 2. Click **Start Analysis** and wait for the processing to complete. 1. Note the required resin volume and print time. 3. Click **Add to Queue.** ![Project Analysis button](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/bWFfgfVxLwCTzFiBiyHnB_image.png) # Manufacturer Instructions for Use ::::LinkArray :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/cJAKqDDnRUAeJAXNRThMm-20251016-221334.png"} [Instructions for Use](https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/dentca.b-dentca-w-ss-paperclip/production/public/ckeditor_assets/attachments/264/01-09-117-001_directions_for_use_-dentca_crown_and_bridge_for_carbon_printers-final_after_carbon_review.pdf) ::: :::: # Questions & Support **For questions about the resin properties, printing, washing or curing your parts, please contact the DENTCA support team:** - Email: cs\@dentca.com - Phone: 424-558-8726 For questions about your **Carbon printer** or **Carbon software settings** used for this resin, please [contact Carbon](https://learn.carbon3d.com/carbon-support): - Email: [support@carbon3d.com](mailto\:support@carbon3d.com) - Phone: - **U.S. and Canada** 1-650-285-6307 option 2 - **Germany** +49 6102 5790849 - **UK **+44 (0) 2082 647484 - Printer UI: On the dashboard, select the **Prints** tab. **Select one of the printed projects.** Click **Request Help** in the lower right corner. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/YY6yCChSIB8SevmBwY76W_request-help-01.png" size="70" width="6541" height="3371" position="flex-start" alt="Location of button in the printer software" showCaption="false"}