SOLUTION / HYBRID WORKFLOW
Hybrid Manufacturing Workflows for Advanced Dental Production
WORKNC DENTAL supports hybrid workflows that combine additive manufacturing and precision machining to produce complex dental restorations with greater control and accuracy.
Hybrid manufacturing combines the flexibility of additive production with the accuracy of subtractive machining. In dental production, this approach can be used to print complex metal restorations and then machine critical areas that require a high level of precision.WORKNC DENTAL helps structure this workflow by supporting the preparation, positioning, calibration and machining steps needed to move from printed parts to final production-ready restorations.
HYBRID MANUFACTURING
Combining 3D printing and precision machining
From printed part to precision-machined restoration
WORKNC DENTAL helps production teams manage the transition
between additive manufacturing
and subtractive finishing.
1. CAD Data
Import digital dental data from the CAD workflow.
2. Additive Preparation
Prepare the part for metal 3D printing, including positioning and production setup.
3. 3D Printing
Produce the restoration using additive manufacturing, such as CoCr or titanium printing.
4. Calibration & Positioning
Prepare calibration elements and positioning references for accurate re-machining.
5. Precision Machining
Machine critical areas such as implant connections, interfaces or finishing zones.
6. Production Output
Finalize the restoration with a controlled hybrid manufacturing workflow.
More flexibility for
complex dental manufacturing
A flexible workflow for advanced metal, implant and precision finishing applications
Hybrid workflows help production teams combine the strengths of different manufacturing technologies. Additive manufacturing can support complex geometries and efficient metal production, while subtractive machining brings precision to critical surfaces, interfaces and connection areas.By supporting this transition inside a structured CAM workflow, WORKNC DENTAL helps laboratories and milling centers improve control over complex restorations, reduce manual uncertainty and build advanced production strategies around their existing equipment and manufacturing goals.
Key capabilities for hybrid workflows
Tools to help production teams control complex multi-step manufacturing processes.
Additive + Subtractive
WorkflowConnect printed dental parts with precision machining operations in a structured CAM process.
Calibration Support
Use positioning and calibration elements to help secure accurate re-machining after printing.
Implant & Metal Applications
Support demanding applications such as implant-supported prosthetics, cobalt-chrome and titanium workflows.
Process Control
Improve reliability across multi-step production with controlled preparation and machining strategies.