The Next Flex Standard
FP3D offers dental labs a reliable, flexible material for 3D-printed partial dentures. This dual-cure material is designed for efficiency, easy to print, simple to polish, and is naturally translucent for a lifelike appearance. FP3D supports a streamlined workflow, enabling cost advantages compared to traditional fabrication methods.
Low Water Sorption
Helps maintain the appliance's shape and fit in wet oral conditions
Biocompatibility
Passes ISO 10993 biocompatibility tests for cytotoxicity, irritation, and sensitization
Passes Monomer Extraction Standard
Meets ISO 20795-1 standards for free monomer extraction, reducing the risk of harmful chemical release
Discover FP3D
Resin availability may vary across countries and is subject to change. Resin properties and specifications are established by their manufacturers and provided by Carbon for convenience purposes. For up-to-date information on resin availability across different jurisdictions or for additional information regarding resin properties or specifications, please contact the resin manufacturer.
Additional Details
- FDA-cleared Class II medical device
- Durability that surpasses a 3-year lifetime*
- Excellent chemical retention of teeth
- Natural aesthetics with high translucency, ensuring a seamless blend when placed intraorally
- Easy integration with existing digital dentures workflow
- Improved polishability compared to thermoplastics
- Reduced economics compared to traditional fabrication methods
- High precision & accuracy for improved intraoral retention & comfort
*based on internal test results
Comparison: Cyclic Fatigue of Common Flexible Partial Materials
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FP3D
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Duraflex
(Thermoplastic) |
Leading Single-Cure 3D Printing Resin
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Class I 3D Printing Resin
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Cyclic Fatigue 3.75%, 2.5 Hz Min / Cycles
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>120 Minutes
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>120 Minutes
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6 minutes
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3.5 minutes
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Lifetime
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>3 Years
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>3 Years
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6 months
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3 months
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Optimized for Carbon Workflows
The flexibles have always been a big product of ours, but as far as fabricating them, they were very labor-intensive. So being able to digitize that product has streamlined workflows considerably.
DAXTON GRUBB President and CEO of R-Dent
FP3D offers dental labs a reliable, flexible material for 3D-printed partial dentures. This dual-cure material is designed for efficiency, easy to print, simple to polish, and is naturally translucent for a lifelike appearance. FP3D supports a streamlined workflow, enabling cost advantages compared to traditional fabrication methods.
Ordering and Availability
Carbon’s resins are designed to work with our printers. Therefore, they are only available to our customers who have a printer subscription.
Carbon Customers
If you are a Carbon customer who has our hardware and are looking to place a material order, you can contact our Dental Sales team to add FP3D to your online ordering access. Reach out to us directly with a purchase order or questions.
Not a Carbon customer yet?
We offer flexible pricing options to become one, or you can contact our Dental Sales team to be connected with a lab that can produce flexible partial dentures with FP3D for you.
Indications for Use
FP3D is an FDA-cleared Class II medical device for use in printing flexible partial removable dentures. Pair it with commonly used digitally produced teeth to produce strong and flexible removable partial dentures. This material is currently available in the US and Canada.
Share the Science Behind the Smile
The FP3D Sell Sheet offers a clear and concise overview of what sets this dual-cure partial denture material apart. From high flexural strength and natural translucency to excellent tooth retention and long-term durability, it highlights the key clinical advantages that support better outcomes and long-term patient satisfaction. Share this with labs or clinicians who would benefit from using FP3D.
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