Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny continues to lead the industry in 3D Printing
My name is Ahmad Al-Hassiny, and I’m a full-time private dentist in New Zealand with a passion for digital dentistry and teaching. I work in a family group practice and we own and operate 41 dental chairs in Wellington, NZ. We also run a fully digital lab hiring 6 techs and an aligner business. My passion is education, and I am the founding director of the Institute of Digital Dentistry.Â
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I specialize in restorative and implant dentistry, focusing on delivering exceptional patient outcomes by integrating the latest technologies into my practice. In addition to my clinical work, I educate dentists worldwide on leveraging digital tools to elevate their workflows. I attend conferences and digital dentistry events all around the world, preaching the benefits of using this tech.Â
I chose Asiga because of its reputation for precision, reliability, and flexibility in a fast-evolving digital dental landscape. The main reason we bought an Asiga in the first place was that it is totally open to so many materials, allowing seamless integration into my workflows while ensuring exceptional results. We came for the materials and stayed thanks to the incredible print finishes.Â
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My Asiga 3D printer plays a pivotal role in our in-house lab. We use it to produce surgical guides, full arch implant restorations, models, splints, and tooth-bourne restorations. It’s become an indispensable tool for in our daily workflows in both clinic and lab.
The variety of compatible materials ensures I can cater to a range of clinical needs without compromising on quality. We use resins like PACDENT Rodin Titan, Keysplint Soft, Asiga Model Resin, and various digital denture resins. With the Asiga I have been able to also trial and test various permanent crown resins such as those from Saremco etc.
The future of 3D printing and digital dentistry is incredibly promising. I see the industry moving towards even greater automation and integration of AI into workflows, enabling faster, more precise, and cost-effective solutions for patients. Advancements in material science will likely bring us resins that are not only more durable and biocompatible but also capable of mimicking natural tooth structures and shades.
One advancement I hope to see is the development of fully 3D-printed permanent restorations that combine strength, aesthetics, and longevity. Additionally, I envision more accessible and user-friendly solutions that can empower smaller practices to adopt digital dentistry, making high-quality care more universally available.
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