Braces Now, an orthodontic practice with locations in Buford and Norcross, Georgia, has integrated the SprintRay 3D printer into its technology suite, allowing the practice to manufacture custom clear aligners and Invisalign molds directly on-site. This move shifts aligner production from external labs to in-house fabrication, offering patients a more responsive and controlled treatment experience.
The SprintRay 3D printer enables the orthodontic team to create precise dental molds and aligner components tailored to each patient's specific tooth structure and treatment plan. By producing custom clear aligners in Buford, GA in-office, the practice can achieve faster turnaround times and higher dimensional accuracy compared to traditional outsourced manufacturing. This change means that adjustments and new aligners can be made more efficiently as treatment progresses, reducing delays.
The printer directly supports the practice's delivery of Invisalign in Buford, GA and Invisalign in Norcross, GA. By printing molds in-office, Braces Now can maintain tighter control over aligner fit and comfort, addressing common issues like poor fit that can cause discomfort and treatment delays. This capability benefits patients across age groups, from teenagers to adults seeking discreet alignment options.
In-house production also allows the clinical team to respond more effectively to mid-treatment changes. When a patient's teeth respond differently than projected or when refinements are needed, the practice no longer depends on external lab turnaround times. This flexibility helps maintain momentum in treatment plans without unnecessary interruptions.
The addition of the SprintRay system reflects a broader trend in orthodontics toward integrating dental 3D printing directly into the point of care. As printing technology has matured and become more accessible to private practices, orthodontists have gained the ability to bring manufacturing steps in-house that were once exclusively handled by large-scale dental laboratories.
For patients seeking orthodontic care in Norcross or the Buford area, this change means working with a practice that now holds more of the treatment process under one roof—from digital scanning through to the physical production of aligners and molds used throughout care. Braces Now offers orthodontic treatment options for patients of all ages, including Invisalign and custom clear aligner therapy, and has integrated the SprintRay 3D printer to manufacture aligner components and dental molds in-office.
