--- title: Desktop Health SmileGuard slug: materials/desktop-health-smileguard description: Unlock the potential of Desktop Health's SmileGuard light-curable resin with our comprehensive course designed for Carbon printers. Learn how to prepare digital designs for optimal splint and night guard production. docTags: createdAt: 2024-05-22T17:25:43.814Z --- # Overview **Desktop Health™ SmileGuard™ for Carbon® printers **is now available to produce splints and night guards. Offering the perfect blend of strength and comfort, this breakthrough light-curable resin formulation delivers stunning clarity and superior quality with optimal strength and shape retention for durable protection coupled with soft flexibility for a comfortable and perfect fit. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/4ZmhxSi05zijIKpSDaZ2G_image.png" size="60" width="1196" height="747" position="flex-start" alt="Splint" showCaption="false"} This course will cover digital prep of your splints and night guards to properly prepare them for printing. :::hint{type="success"} This resin is 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/smileguard) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/cJAKqDDnRUAeJAXNRThMm-20251016-221334.png"} [Instructions for Use](https://knowledge.desktophealth.com/hc/en-us/articles/9307593090967-SmileGuard-Instructions-for-Use) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/1r3fpdvMUMFVZGfey2Tjn-20251016-221405.jpg"} [Safety Data Sheet](https://knowledge.desktophealth.com/hc/en-us/articles/9307492350487-SmileGuard-Safety-Data-Sheet) ::: :::: ## 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/lLzcPeX8yFhNS1NK_wO6F_desktop-health-smileguard-protocol-v0100.pdf" label="Desktop Health Smileguard Protocol v01.00.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"} ::: :::: ## Resin menu options Select the following option depending on which resin or cassette you are using\:: - **Desktop Health SmileGuard ** when using the standard C2 (M2) or D1 (M3/M3 Max) cassette. - **AO-Polish Desktop Health SmileGuard** when using the AO Polishing Cassette (M2). - The AO Polish workflow is only compatible with **vertically **oriented parts. # Design Recommendations - Carbon® does not make splint design recommendations. - Carbon encourages users to follow the guidelines of your design software. - Desktop Health™ has approved a wall thickness ranging from a **minimum of 2 mm to a** **maximum of 3 mm**. - Single-sided splints are easily printed. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/WRzTour1S5WkMes7TvMNF_image.png" size="50" width="313" height="313" position="flex-start" caption="Single-sided splint" alt="Example splint model" showCaption="true"} # Vertical Orientation and Support Printing splints in a **vertical **orientation maximizes the amount of splints that can printed at once. Splints can also be printed **horizontally**, which is shown in a later section. Carbon encourages experimenting with both methods to determine which best suits your lab's designs. [Click here to jump to the horizontal orientation workflow below.](docId\:GfGLjvBz-0_kk3PDCl-Vd) ## Orienting 1\. Click on **Orient** or **Shift + O** in the top bar in the printer interface. 2\. In the lower right corner of the bottom bar, turn on **Overhang Detection** or **V key** and set to **40 degrees. **Areas that need support will appear **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="Orientation and Overhang Detection buttons" showCaption="false"} 3\. Orient the splints so they are **about parallel to the platform.** 4\. Rotate the models **90 degrees with the anteriors facing the platform.** The models should be standing vertically, perpendicular to the platform. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/9bEJZt7WseLEuCQfe2QNI_orientation-01-vertical.gif" size="70" width="1204" height="756" position="flex-start" alt="Orienting splint model" showCaption="false"} :::hint{type="info"} **Surfaces that have overhangs will require supports. **Surfaces with supports will require finishing to ensure proper seating. ::: ## Supporting Supports hold up the part during printing. They do this by connecting platform-facing surfaces to the platform. :::hint{type="info"} Review [Supports](docId\:VUbpoAitbLM11aM9-qJ1p) in [Printer UI](docId\:oId4ZNZtZYeltTPVJ984a) course for more information. ::: ### Enter Support mode 1. Click **Support** in the dark gray bar at the top of screen. 2. Under **Position**, select **Above Platform** to lift parts off the platform. 3. Click the **Manual tab** and make sure **Patch** is selected. ![Support mode](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/FJLpIMghYFJnKJKbUasDD_smileguard-enter-support-mode-01.png) ### Add supports ::embed[]{url="https://player.vimeo.com/video/919264620"} 1. Click on the anterior surface of a splint to select a patch. 2. Under the **Patch **tab, adjust the **Overhang **to between **40 and 60 degrees. ** 1. Select a value to ensure that the patch covers the **six anterior teeth.** 3. In the **Primary Support Type **dropdown menu, select **Fence**. Fences are easier to remove and require less finishing than other support types. 4. Enter a **Spacing **value between **2.5 and 4 mm. ** 5. Make sure the **Boundary Fence** checkbox is selected. 6. **Margin **value should be **0 mm.** ### Example of a well-supported splint ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/KAqrdvuibpdnzoZ4sip6Z_keysplint-hard-well-supported-single-01-10fps-opt.gif" size="70" width="800" height="800" position="flex-start" alt="Supported splint" showCaption="false"} # Horizontal Orientation and Support ## Orienting 1. Click on **Orient** or **Shift + O** in the top bar in the printer interface. 2. Orient the splint so that the **cameo surface is facing the platform.** 3. Adjust the splint so that it is **parallel with the platform.** ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/jjJ9xPfXQpV1yEE-nbMTi_image.png" size="70" width="627" height="254" position="flex-start" caption="Orient button" alt="Orient button" showCaption="true"} ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/bYgyrt3U7dtYv4hdgyl81_orientation-horizontal.gif" size="70" width="1452" height="816" position="flex-start" alt="Orienting splint horizontally" showCaption="false"} ## Supporting Use **fences **to support your parts: They are easy to remove and do not increase the footprint of the splint, enabling more to be fit onto the build platform. ### Enter Support mode 1. Click **Support** in the dark gray bar at the top of screen. 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 Add** to go to the Support editing interface. ![Support mode](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/KjZN4jUqZKFdapyuUMrk8_image.png) ### Add supports ::embed[]{url="https://player.vimeo.com/video/919475681"} 1. Click on the cameo surface of a splint to select a patch. 2. Under the **Patch **tab, adjust the **Overhang **to between **40 and 60 degrees. ** 1. Select a value to ensure that the patch covers the splint. 3. In the **Primary Support Type **dropdown menu, select **Fence**. Fences are easier to remove and require less finishing than other support types. 4. Enter a **Spacing **value between **2.5 and 4 mm.** 5. Make sure the **Boundary Fence **checkbox is selected. 6. **Margin **value should be **0 mm.** # 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 Controls Click **Print Controls** in the top menu bar. Carbon recommends these settings to deliver the best results for splint models. ## Slicing - Slice Thickness should be **Standard (100 µm)** - **Fine (50 µm) slicing** has been validated with the **AO-Polishing (C4) cassette.** Reducing the slice thickness by selecting the Fine (50 µ) will not compromise part quality/accuracy, but it will increase print time. ![Print controls screen](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/Hx0LjimyYE5hU_ZJ45Sqi_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://knowledge.desktophealth.com/hc/en-us/articles/9307593090967-SmileGuard-Instructions-for-Use) ::: :::: # Post-Processing :::hint{type="info"} Please refer to the [Desktop Health™ IFU](https://knowledge.desktophealth.com/hc/en-us/articles/9307593090967-SmileGuard-Instructions-for-Use) for post-processing information. ::: ## Temporary yellowing with the Dreve PCU LED - When curing SmileGuard™ resin parts using the **Dreve PCU LED,** a **yellow tint** is expected and normal. - Yellowing does not occur when using the Otoflash G171. - The yellowish tint will **typically fade away within 1 - 3 days.** - If after this time period you are still experiencing issues with discoloration, please contact Carbon Support with a detailed description of the issue. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/g-oVV3-BSidADWD98j72h_smileguard-splint-yellowing.png" size="70" width="2200" height="2063" position="flex-start" alt="Yellowing of splints" showCaption="false"} # Questions and Support **For questions about resin properties, printing, washing or curing your denture teeth, please contact Desktop Health Support:** [https://health.desktopmetal.com/support/](https://health.desktopmetal.com/support/) 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"}