Digital Dentistry Decoded

Join Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny as he interviews ASIGA's Cory Lambertson and Bryce Hiller about their game-changing IDS 2025 product launch. Discover how ASIGA's revolutionary Print Pods offer 5x reusability compared to single-use competitors, their new Cure unit that solves the "two potato problem" with dose-curing technology, and AI-powered software that automates your entire 3D printing workflow.

The team reveals 7 major releases including Crown Kits, new materials at $175/kg, and the ability to print 80% filled ceramics. Learn why ASIGA's open-system approach matters and get realistic insights on direct aligner printing. Products launch late 2025-early 2026.

Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny, founder of the Institute of Digital Dentistry (iDD), joins Straumann executives Dr. George Raeber and Florian Kirsch at IDS 2025. The conversation covers digital dentistry's current state, including market consolidation, AI adoption, and platform challenges. Ahmad shares insights on why the industry needs fewer products, how labs should adapt to survive, and why current platform offerings aren't compelling to clinicians. The discussion includes an analysis of the Straumann-SprintRay partnership and predictions about future technologies. Recorded live at IDS Cologne with background noise.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Georgio Haddad, Healthcare Lead at Formlabs Dental, about the company's evolution in the competitive 3D printing market. Haddad discusses Formlabs' strategic shift from SLA to MSLA technology and their transition to an open material ecosystem. The conversation explores current market dynamics among major players like Asiga and SprintRay, printing applications from models to digital dentures, and adoption patterns in dental practices versus labs. Haddad shares insights on restorative printing challenges, post-processing improvements, and future innovations including multilayer materials. Drawing from his seven-year tenure at Formlabs, he provides perspective on industry trends and practical implementation advice for dental professionals considering 3D printing adoption.

In this informative episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, host Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Nicolas Rohde, Chief Strategy Officer at VHF, about the current state and future of milling technology in dentistry. Rohde discusses VHF's evolution as a company, their recent software innovations, and provides an evidence-based comparison between milling and 3D printing technologies. The conversation addresses material strength differences, clinical applications for each technology, and practical adoption strategies for dental practices. Highlighting technological advancements and material science considerations, this episode offers valuable insights for practitioners navigating digital workflow decisions. The interview clarifies why milling remains essential for final restorations while acknowledging 3D printing's complementary role in the digital dentistry ecosystem.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, host Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Max Milz from Dentsply Sirona following IDS 2025. They explore the rapid growth of cloud platforms in dentistry, CEREC's 40-year evolution, and compare milling versus 3D printing technologies for restorations. Max shares insights on DS Core's expansion to 43,000 practices, discusses groundbreaking dental MRI technology, and reminds listeners that while innovative technologies generate excitement, everyday procedures like crowns and restorative work remain the financial backbone of successful dental practices.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Yohan Kim, Chief Commercial Officer of Ray. Kim introduces Ray's innovative 5D solution that integrates CBCT imaging, face scanning, and AI technology to streamline dental diagnostics and treatment planning. The discussion covers current digital dentistry trends, including AI development and cloud-based solutions, global CBCT adoption rates, and software barriers to in-house production. Kim also shares insights on the face scanning market, Ray's hardware ecosystem including their chairside 3D printer and zirconia milling solutions, and potential future developments in clear aligners. This informative interview provides a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of digital dental technology.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Rune Fisker, VP of Product Strategy at 3Shape, about emerging trends shaping dentistry in 2025. Fisker shares insights on generative AI adoption, with 18% of US dental professionals already integrating AI solutions. They discuss the increasing demand for digital patient experiences, the rise of intraoral scanners (57% US penetration), and how 3D printing has surprisingly surpassed milling in practice adoption. The conversation covers cloud integration benefits and challenges, predicts which technologies may remain niche, and features a spirited debate about in-house CAD/CAM's future. This forward-looking discussion provides dental professionals with practical perspectives on technologies transforming the industry and what to watch for at upcoming events like IDS.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny sits down with Matt Mock, Senior Director of Education and Marketing at Medit America, to discuss the current state and future of digital dentistry. The conversation explores digital adoption rates across different dental specialties, with Mock revealing that general dentists show 40-50% adoption while specialists reach up to 80%. They examine how the competitive landscape has evolved, particularly in the value scanner segment, and discuss the distinct educational needs between new adopters and experienced users. Mock shares insights about Medit's development plans and industry trends, including the growing role of AI-assisted tools, manufacturing solutions, and material developments. The discussion provides valuable perspectives on implementing digital workflows in modern dental practices.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Ophir Tanz, CEO of Pearl AI, about the evolution and impact of artificial intelligence in dentistry. Tanz discusses Pearl's development from its 2015 inception to its current position as a leader in dental AI diagnostics. The conversation covers technical innovations, regulatory challenges across global markets, and the future of AI in dental practices. Key insights include Pearl's integration with 30 imaging platforms, their three-week model update cycle, and expansion beyond diagnostics into practice management tools. The discussion provides valuable perspectives on how AI technology is enhancing rather than replacing dental professionals, while improving diagnostic accuracy and practice efficiency.

In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny sits down with Cory Lambertson, General Manager of Asiga Americas, to discuss the company's latest innovations in dental 3D printing. Lambertson reveals insights about Asiga's successful 2023 releases - the MAX 2 and ULTRA printers - and provides details about their groundbreaking transparent mode technology. The conversation explores upcoming post-processing solutions, current market trends, and the future of chairside printing. Key topics include Asiga's position in both laboratory and clinical markets, the growing importance of removable prosthetics, and forthcoming wash and cure units. The discussion offers valuable insights for dental professionals interested in the evolving landscape of digital dentistry and 3D printing technology.