Optiprint IBT – 3D resin templates for transferring and bonding brackets
Référence: H103575
Optiprint IBT – 3D Resin for Orthodontic Transfer Trays
Biocompatible, transparent and flexible 3D printing resin designed for the production of IBT trays used for indirect bracket positioning with precise visual control.
Why choose Optiprint IBT in the dental lab?
The tray remains visually clear during placement, allowing control of bracket seating and centering.
The material supports easy insertion on the arch and controlled removal after bonding.
The resin integrates into a precise orthodontic 3D workflow, from set-up to finished transfer tray.
A suitable solution for labs and clinics aiming to standardise indirect bonding procedures.
3D IBT resin for accurate and comfortable orthodontic transfer trays
Optiprint IBT is an orthodontic 3D resin developed for the production of indirect bonding trays used in bracket placement. This type of resin enables the dental laboratory to manufacture transparent, flexible and stable transfer trays capable of accurately reproducing the virtual bracket positioning defined during the digital set-up.
In a modern workflow, a dedicated indirect bonding resin becomes a key link between CAD planning and clinical placement. It must provide high clarity, reliable mechanical behaviour and easy chairside handling. Optiprint IBT is specifically formulated for transfer accuracy, insertion comfort and controlled removal after adhesive curing.
For laboratories developing a strong digital orthodontic offering, this resin is a relevant choice to improve case consistency, reduce remakes and supply practitioners with more predictable transfer trays from one case to another.
More accurate transfer trays for indirect bonding
Thanks to its transparency and flexibility, Optiprint IBT makes it possible to produce indirect bonding trays with high-fit quality while allowing precise clinical verification before adhesive photopolymerisation.
Visual control of the brackets through the tray helps confirm seating, orientation and positioning. For the practitioner, this supports a smoother procedure. For the laboratory, it improves delivery consistency.
In workflows where repeatability matters, a dedicated IBT resin is preferable to a generic resin. Its mechanical behaviour is better suited to the specific demands of orthodontic transfer trays, especially during insertion, temporary stabilisation and final removal.
Lab tip for more reliable IBT trays
During design, provide controlled relief around the brackets and maintain an even tray thickness in the most stressed areas. A tray that is too thin may weaken insertion, while excessive thickness can reduce chairside visibility and complicate removal.
Slightly reinforce posterior areas or gripping zones, then pay close attention to finishing after printing: uniform cleaning, complete drying, stable post-curing and edge smoothing without altering the internal bracket housings.
Benefits for the laboratory, the clinic and the patient
- For the laboratory: better IBT tray standardisation, stronger technical image with practitioners and natural integration into a digital orthodontic service offering.
- For the clinic: more reproducible bracket positioning, better-controlled chair time and fewer adjustments compared with less consistent direct bonding.
- For the patient: more comfortable insertion, shorter appointment time and easier transfer tray removal after bonding.
- For the workflow: improved consistency between virtual set-up, 3D printing and clinical reality thanks to a resin dedicated to this indication.
- For overall quality: material transparency useful for visual control and mechanical behaviour suited to temporary orthodontic transfer applications.
Compatibility and uses in the dental laboratory
Optiprint IBT is intended for the additive manufacturing of orthodontic transfer trays used for indirect bracket bonding. The resin fits into a production workflow based on 385 nm dental 3D printers using DLP or LCD technology with appropriate material profiles.
- Production of full transfer trays for multi-bracket orthodontic cases.
- Manufacturing of segmented trays for sectional corrections or targeted repositioning.
- Use within a digital orthodontic set-up and CAD planning workflow.
- Integration into laboratories already producing guides, trays or dental 3D models.
- Professional use only for facilities mastering printing, cleaning and post-curing procedures.
Recommended orthodontic applications
- Transfer trays for indirect bonding of vestibular brackets.
- Segmented transfers for anterior or posterior sectors depending on the clinical strategy.
- Production of repositioning trays for correcting misaligned attachments.
- Training, demonstration or standardised workflow protocols in digital orthodontics.
- Laboratory-clinic workflows designed to reduce chair time and improve placement accuracy.
Instructions for use – Design and printing
1. Digital preparation
- Create a digital scan of the arches or models.
- Import the data into compatible orthodontic CAD software.
- Position the brackets according to the clinical protocol and generate the transfer tray.
- Define thickness, reinforcement areas and any segmented cut lines.
2. 3D printing
- Shake the bottle thoroughly before use to homogenise the resin.
- Select the validated material profile for Optiprint IBT or a compatible 385 nm profile.
- Orient the part to minimise marks on critical transfer areas.
- Start printing under stable production conditions, with clean resin and a controlled environment.
Instructions for use – Cleaning, post-curing and finishing
3. Cleaning and drying
- Detach the part and remove supports without deforming the tray.
- Clean in a suitable solvent or according to the validated laboratory protocol.
- Dry thoroughly, especially in internal areas and around the bracket housings.
4. Post-curing and final inspection
- Carry out a controlled post-curing cycle in an appropriate curing unit.
- Refine the edges if needed without changing the internal fit.
- Check adaptation on the model before delivery.
- Package the tray carefully for clinical try-in and indirect bonding.
How to choose a 3D resin for orthodontic indirect bonding?
A good IBT resin should not be selected on transparency alone. For a dental laboratory, printer compatibility, post-curing stability, useful flexibility during insertion and clean tray removal after bonding must also be assessed. A resin that is too rigid can complicate placement, while an insufficiently controlled material may reduce transfer accuracy.
Optiprint IBT is positioned as a dedicated solution for orthodontic transfer trays, with a clear professional purpose: enabling reliable indirect bonding that is accurate, easy to read clinically and comfortable to use. It is a coherent choice for laboratories that want to secure their production workflow rather than adapt a non-specialised resin.
Production quality and day-to-day consistency
In digital orthodontics, the final quality of the transfer tray depends on the whole chain: planning, printing, cleaning, post-curing and finishing. A specialised resin such as Optiprint IBT helps reduce variability from one case to another by providing more consistent behaviour at the crucial transfer stage.
For stable production, it is recommended to formalise an internal laboratory protocol: bottle shaking, machine profile control, cleaning bath monitoring, post-curing timing, model-fit verification and final packaging. This organisation improves repeatability and enhances the value delivered to the practitioner.
Technical characteristics – Optiprint IBT
| Brand | Dentona – Optiprint range |
|---|---|
| Product | Optiprint IBT – 3D resin for orthodontic transfer trays |
| Reference | H103575 |
| Packaging | 1 kg bottle |
| Colour / appearance | Clear transparent, highly translucent for visual control of brackets |
| Technology | DLP / LCD 3D printing |
| Wavelength | 385 nm |
| Indication | Production of transfer trays for orthodontic indirect bonding |
| Biocompatibility | Biocompatible 3D printing resin for professional dental use |
| Mechanical behaviour | Flexible, comfortable during insertion, with controlled tray removal after bonding |
| Printer compatibility | Many 385 nm dental 3D printers via suitable material profiles |
| Storage | Between 5 and 30 °C, protected from light, in the original tightly closed bottle |
Delivery & packaging
- Delivery: 1 bottle of Optiprint IBT – 1 kg.
- Intended for: professional use in dental laboratories, orthodontic facilities and clinics equipped for digital workflows.
- Recommendation: keep the bottle tightly closed and stored under suitable conditions between production runs.
Documents & resources
For use in accordance with the manufacturer’s protocol and your internal laboratory organisation, it is recommended to keep the relevant technical and regulatory documents on file.
Multi-language document useful for handling, cleaning and post-curing procedures.
Download documentPrevious version useful for quickly reviewing general handling recommendations.
Download documentDocument to archive for internal chemical management and workshop traceability.
Download documentOverview of the Optiprint resin family to position this material within the wider Dentona range.
Download documentFAQ – Optiprint IBT
What is Optiprint IBT specifically used for in orthodontics?
Optiprint IBT is used to manufacture orthodontic transfer trays for indirect bracket bonding. The principle is to digitally plan the position of the brackets, then print a tray that transfers this positioning onto the patient’s arch.
For the laboratory, this makes it possible to deliver a more standardised device. For the practitioner, it facilitates simultaneous or sectional bracket placement with better control compared with traditional direct bonding.
Is this resin compatible with all dental 3D printers?
Optiprint IBT is designed for 385 nm dental 3D printers using DLP or LCD technology. Practical compatibility also depends on the availability of a validated material profile or an internal setup already mastered by the laboratory.
Before industrialising production, it is advisable to carry out internal tests on your machine, including visual inspection, fit on the model and validation of behaviour during indirect bonding.
Why is tray transparency important?
Transparency helps the practitioner check the correct seating of the tray and visually monitor bracket positioning during the procedure. This is a real chairside advantage when aiming for a clean, readable and reproducible protocol.
In orthodontic indirect bonding, this visibility improves confidence during placement and helps reduce approximation in multi-bracket cases.
Does the flexibility of the material reduce transfer accuracy?
No, provided that the digital set-up, printing parameters and finishing steps are properly controlled. The flexibility of Optiprint IBT is beneficial for insertion and tray removal after bonding, without inherently compromising transfer accuracy.
Accuracy depends mainly on the quality of the complete workflow. A resin designed for orthodontic transfer trays helps achieve a better balance between handling comfort and faithful reproduction.
How should the resin and finished trays be stored properly?
The resin should be stored in its original bottle, tightly closed, protected from light and excessive temperatures. In the laboratory, it is recommended to maintain a simple traceability process including opening date, batch number and storage conditions.
Finished trays should be kept clean, dry and protected until clinical use. Any part showing deformation, cracking or visible alteration must not be used intraorally.