Parag Kachalia, DDS
From Models to Microns: Where Precision Meets Beauty in the Digital Press Era
Lecture up to 1 hour
Operative (Restorative) Dentistry, AGD Subject Code 250
3D printing in dentistry has evolved far beyond the days of model fabrication. Today, breakthroughs in material science and Digital Press technology are allowing clinicians to deliver lifelike, ultra-conservative restorations directly at the chairside. This session explores how next-generation printers with digital press technology and ceramic-dominant resins are redefining restorative care—combining precision, speed, and esthetics in ways that were once unimaginable. You will gain insight into how these advancements preserve more natural tooth structure, elevate the patient experience, and unlock new possibilities for truly beautiful, minimally invasive dentistry.
Upon completion of this workshop, attendees should be able to:
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Understand how advancements in Digital Press technology and high-filler restorative materials are transforming 3D printing from model replication to definitive restorative care.
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Identify clinical opportunities to integrate chairside printed restorations that deliver both structural preservation and lifelike esthetics.
Dr Kachalia receives product support from Sprintray
Parag R. Kachalia, DDS, is a restorative dentist in San Ramon, CA, focused on patient-centered care. He also serves as Head of Clinical Practice at Overjet, driving innovation in dental AI. He previously served as Chief Clinical Officer at Seattle Study Club and as a Vice Chaiman of Restorative Dentistry and tenured professor at the University of the Pacific. Today, he shares his expertise worldwide as a lecturer and author on digital dentistry and product innovation.
