--- title: Dreve FotoDent gingiva slug: materials/dreve-fotodent-gingiva docTags: createdAt: 2024-07-15T15:15:16.046Z --- # Overview Dreve FotoDent® gingiva is available to produce dental gingiva masks. The material is pink in color and is ideal for fast production. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-5O3m1Pb6e3gXgKvCumSW4-20240822-002239.jpg" size="70" width="1000" height="501" position="flex-start" showCaption="false"} :::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/fotodent-gingiva) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/cJAKqDDnRUAeJAXNRThMm-20251016-221334.png"} [Manufacturer Instructions for Use](https://innovation-meditech.de/fileadmin/medienablage/Innovation_Meditech/Downloads/Carbon-Downloads/INST_Carbon3D_FotoDent_gingiva_EN.pdf) ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/1r3fpdvMUMFVZGfey2Tjn-20251016-221405.jpg"} [Safety Data Sheet](https://innovation-meditech.de/en/fotodentr) *Scroll to bottom of page and select Safety data sheets* ::: :::: ## 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/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-uXDo6sD4wREp6iOPT4swm-20240822-001158.pdf" label="Dreve FotoDent Gingiva Protocol 01.03.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"} ::: :::: # Orient **Always orient the gingiva mask with the flat surface directly on the platform.** This eliminates the need for supports and reduces overall print time. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/IuidtGvTgYTbUMhAmF3dl_image.png) :::hint{type="success"} Use **Snap to Platform** feature to quickly and accurately orient gingiva masks. ::: # Support :::hint{type="danger"} Gingiva masks do not require supports when properly oriented. ::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem Gingiva masks have a flat surface that adheres to the platform well, and when properly oriented, do not have overhangs. Supports also leave **nubs **that negatively affect the surface quality and accuracy of your gingiva masks. For these reasons, we do not expect supports will be required for these parts. Carbon strongly recommends using** Snap To Platform **to properly orient your gingiva mask parts. This tool ensures that the flat underside of the gingiva mask is laying flat on the platform. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Example of gingiva model wrongly oriented at an angle from platform required supports.](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/fo5Zr3DCTPvdNww1T6vS8_image.png) ::: :::: :::hint{type="info"} If you believe your part requires supports, please contact [support@carbon3d.com](mailto\:support@carbon3d.com). ::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem **Properly oriented and supported gingiva mask** ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/eVwu-jF2gjmBfiEcpoVoJ_image.png) - **Gingiva mask laying flat on platform.** - **No supports.** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem **Poorly oriented and supported gingiva mask** ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/fcH5T3VrqJROBXa4XO8UY_image.png" size="98" width="378" height="378" position="center" showCaption="false"} - **Gingiva mask not laying flat on platform.** - **Supports needed because of poor orientation of part.** ::: :::: # 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. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/X35L-c75pnQJlbDt3kfVZ_image.png) **Do not change any of the settings**. The default settings deliver the best results for gingiva masks. ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/YK-tAyc8zAvo9W3r85uv5_image.png" size="70" width="1233" height="1280" position="flex-start" showCaption="false"} ### Slicing - Slice Thickness should stay at the **Standard (100 µ) setting**. - **Reducing the slice thickness by choosing the Fine (50 µ) or Super-fine (25 µ) settings will increase print time and may reduce part quality and accuracy.** ## 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.** ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/bWFfgfVxLwCTzFiBiyHnB_image.png) # Manufacturer Instructions for Use ::File{src="https://innovation-meditech.de/fileadmin/medienablage/Innovation_Meditech/Downloads/Carbon-Downloads/INST_Carbon3D_FotoDent_gingiva_EN.pdf" label="https://innovation-meditech.de/fileadmin/medienablage/Innovation_Meditech/Downloads/Carbon-Downloads/INST_Carbon3D_FotoDent_gingiva_EN.pdf"} # Questions & Support **For questions about the resin properties, printing, washing or curing your parts, please contact the Dreve technical team:** - Email: support-fotodent\@dreve.com - Phone: 952-358-3526 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"}