Advantages of Roland DWX Digital Dental Prosthesis Production

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1 TECHNOLOGY BRIEF Advantages of Roland DWX Digital Dental Prosthesis Production Why Digital? Table of Contents Today, digital dental technologies are helping to transform every aspect of the dental industry. The days of tedious, manual production of crowns, copings and p. 5 W hich DMX Mill is Best for My Lab? bridges are fast disappearing. The latest technological advancements in scanning, p. 6 Return On Investment DWX-4 CAD/CAM software and CNC milling allow digital dental labs to deliver custom p. 7 Cost of Ownership DWX-4 production with speed and precision. Better fit and aesthetics promote patient p. 8 Return On Investment DWX-50 satisfaction, while labs enjoy enhanced productivity with faster turnaround time p. 9 Cost of Ownership DWX-50 and optimal accuracy and repeatability. In the end, going digital not only makes p. 10 Customer Testimonials p. 1 Why Digital labs more efficient, but also more profitable. In this document, we ll cover the benefits of digital dental milling, what you need to get started, the cost savings of open architecture and return on investment. Finally, we've included a profile of one dental lab that has revolutionized its business with Roland dental technology. DWX-4 Dental Milling Machine DWX-50 Dental Milling Machine

2 Benefits of Digital Dental Milling Engineered to meet the same high standards for precision Dental laboratories seeking to expand their businesses may and performance, the more compact, 4-axis DWX-4 is not be aware of the many benefits of using digital dental technology to produce precision dental prosthetics. With the introduction of Roland s DWX dental milling machines, lab technicians can mill dental substrates including wax, PMMA, zirconia and nano ceramics, while selecting from a wide range of software and tools. Even a small one-person lab can bring digital technology in-house and reduce production costs while expanding its business. Unrivaled Ease-of-Use Convenient and easy to use, DWX dental milling machines are designed to streamline production and automate the milling process from start to finish. designed for on-demand milling of single crowns and small bridges. Both devices feature an intuitive Virtual Panel for easy desktop operation, and a diagnostic notification system that automatically sends alerts to the technician when jobs are completed or production errors occur. Cost Savings of Open Architecture Unlike closed digital dental solutions, Roland s DWX mills enable dental laboratories to easily integrate the machine within their existing production solution, or create a customized solution by choosing from a wide range of commercially available As Roland s flagship dental mill, the 3D scanners, ovens and DWX-50 is packed with features, compatible CAD/CAM including 5-axis simultaneous software programs. In machining capabilities and a addition, the DWX-4 5-station automatic tool changer with comes with its own tool length sensor for automated CAM software. Open milling of complex prosthetics from architecture provides start to finish. dental laboratories The DWX-50 is equipped to mill standard 98mm discs and block materials, including wax, PMMA, zirconia, hybrid ceramic, and composite resins.

3 TECHNOLOGY BRIEF DWX DENTAL MILLING MACHINES 3 with the best choice in components, allowing for a tailored solution and increased output at a lower cost. The DWX s open architecture supports virtually any dental CAD/CAM software and a wide range of industry-standard puck, block and pin materials, including zirconia, wax, PMMA, hybrid ceramic and composite resin. As a result, you can choose the right material for each application while helping control production quality and costs. Qualified for 3M ESPE s Lava Ultimate Restorative and VITA ENAMIC The Roland DWX 50 and 4 are qualified for use with 3M ESPE s Lava Ultimate Restorative and VITA ENAMIC ceramic resin materials that offer patients excellent esthetics, outstanding strength and long-term durability. To earn the certifications with both 3M ESPE and VITA, Roland worked closely and put both mills through rigorous testing. Throughout this process, all hardware and software components were benchmarked to ensure that they meet 3M and VITA's high quality standards at every turn. Lava Ultimate Restorative and ENAMIC allow DWX labs to create highly precise, durable crowns, inlays and onlays without sintering. The materials can be milled, polished and placed in the patient s mouth in a fraction of the time required for other restoratives. Virtual Machine Panel Unlike traditional CNC mills, Roland has removed the complex controls and implemented a user-friendly Virtual Machine Panel (VPanel) which operates the DWX, including machine diagnostics and calibration, from your computer desktop. The VPanel also tracks overall machine running time for maintenance purposes. With the DWX-4, you can mill a single crown or small bridge quickly and economically.

4 Multicast Capable Clean Cutting Area Improves Precision Highly scalable, the DWX offers multicast capability For added convenience, the DWX is equipped with an that allows laboratories to connect up to four machines integrated air blower system that aids in milling difficult- to one computer, making it easier than ever for dental to-machine materials, laboratories to expand their business and increase their such as PMMA or production capacity. DWX dental milling machines let dental zirconia. The built-in dust laboratories control the entire process in-house with a single collection tray can also software seat, minimizing your investment in time and money. be easily connected to any lab vacuum system, keeping the cutting area clean and free of debris. What You Need to Get Started 3D Scanner CAD/CAM Software DWX Milling Machine Sintering Oven (optional when using Lava Ultimate Restorative) The DWX mills easily integrates with your existing solution.

5 TECHNOLOGY BRIEF DWX DENTAL MILLING MACHINES Which DWX Mill is Best for My Lab? 5 For high-volume labs, the DWX-50 streamlines the production process with 5-axis simultaneous machining capability and a 5-station automatic tool changer with tool length sensor for automated milling from start to finish. The compact, entry-level-priced DWX-4, on the otherhand, is perfect for labs just getting started in digital dentistry, or for larger labs needing an efficient method of handling small, time-urgent jobs. DWX FEATURES AND CAPABILITIES DWX-4 DWX-50 WAX Yes Yes Zirconia Yes Yes PMMA (Acrylic) Yes Yes Approved for 3M LAVA Ultimate & VITA ENAMIC Yes Yes Material sizes supported 76 x 38 x 16-22mm block mm disk Mandrel mounted material support Yes Yes (optional) Number of working axis 4 5 Automatic tool changer (ATC) Yes Yes Number of tools in ATC 2 or 4 (option) 5 Warranty 1 year parts and labor 2 years parts and labor Motion controller Roland designed and built Roland designed and built Spindle Roland Roland

6 DWX-4 Return on Investment Since the DWX allows you several different choices of materials to mill, you can select the optimum material for your customers' need instead of being limited to proprietary materials. With tight tolerances and a high quality surface finish, the DWX will ensure that your finished prosthetics are flawless. The following R.O.I. information is based on average costs associated with creating several common prosthetics. Visit to access our online ROI calculators. The following examples are real world dental prosthetics that were milled on the DWX platform using multiple third party CAM software. The average cost estimates included below were gathered from several independent dental laboratories: 3 Unit Bridge Cost Cost of Zirconia $26.00 Labor $0.90 Total Cost $26.90 Value* $ Margin $ Full Contour Crown Cost Cost of Zirconia $7.42 Labor $0.90 Total Cost $8.32 Value $89.99 Margin $81.67 Note: Zirconia cost = Based on the average price per unit milled using a 16mm block of Zirconia priced on the average cost of $52/each. Labor cost is based on the average time it takes to set up a job for a single unit for mid-level lab technician paid $15/hr. *Value = Average price paid by customer.

7 TECHNOLOGY BRIEF DWX DENTAL MILLING MACHINES DWX-4 Cost of Ownership 7 The affordable pricing, open architecture, easy operation and reliable performance of the DWX-4 saves thousands in initial outlay and operating costs, allowing laboratories to quickly recoup the initial investment. Typical Annual Revenue Revenue Each Quantity Revenue Full Contour Crowns $ $64, Unit Bridges $ $53, First Year Revenue Subtotal $118, Typical 1st year Milling Costs Cost Each Quantity Cost Capital Expense (DWX-4) $17, $17, Warranty (1 year standard) $ $0.00 Annual Maintenance Contract $ $0.00 CAM Software Included 1 Included BOFA Vacuum (optional) $ $ MATERIALS AND TOOLS 16mm HT Zirconia Blocks $ $6, Diamond End Mills $ $1, Labor (Mid-level tech) $15.00 $31, st Year Expense Subtotal $59, st Year Gross Profit $59, st Year Return on Investment 199% Note: The above analysis takes into account only milling expenses. Dental labs must also consider costs for scanners, CAD software, sintering and glazing ovens, etc.

8 DWX-50 Return on Investment Since the DWX allows you several different choices of materials to mill, you can select the optimum material for your needs instead of being limited to proprietary materials. With tight tolerances and a high quality surface finish, the DWX will ensure that your finished prosthetics are flawless. The following ROI information is based on average costs associated with creating several different common prosthetics. Visit to access our online ROI calculators. The following examples are real world dental prosthetics that were milled on the DWX platform using multiple third party CAM software. The average cost estimates included below were gathered from several independent dental laboratories: Abutment Cost Cost of Zirconia $4.30 Labor $0.60 Total Cost $4.90 Value $60.00 Margin $55.10 Abutment photo courtesy of Custom Automated Prosthetics 3 Unit Bridge Cost Cost of Zirconia $14.33 Labor $0.90 Total Cost $15.23 Value $ Margin $ Full Contour Crown Cost Cost of Zirconia $4.30 Labor $0.60 Total Cost $4.90 Value $79.99 Margin $75.09 Note: Zirconia cost = Based on the average price per unit milled using a 14mm disc of Zirconia priced on the average cost of $140/each. Labor cost is based on the average time it takes to set up a job for a single unit for mid-level lab technician paid $15/hr. Value = Average price paid by customer.

9 TECHNOLOGY BRIEF DWX DENTAL MILLING MACHINES DWX-50 Cost of Ownership 9 The affordable pricing, open architecture, easy operation and reliable performance of the DWX-50 saves thousands in initial outlay and operating costs, allowing laboratories to quickly recoup the initial investment. Typical Annual Revenue Revenue Each Quantity Revenue Full Contour Crowns $ $128, Unit Bridges $ $107, First Year Revenue Subtotal $236,682,10 Typical 1st year Milling Costs Cost Each Quantity Cost Capital Expense (DWX-50) $29, $29, Warranty (1 year standard / 2 year extended by DGA when registered) $ $0.00 Annual Maintenance Contract $ $0.00 CAM Software $9, $9, BOFA Vacuum (optional) $ $ MATERIALS AND TOOLS 16mm HT Zirconia Blocks $ $15, Diamond End Mills $ $3, Labor (Mid-level tech) $ $31, st Year Expense Subtotal $91, st Year Gross Profit $145, St Year Return on Investment 259% Note: The above analysis takes into account only milling expenses. Dental labs must also consider costs for scanners, CAD software, sintering and glazing ovens, etc.

10 Customer Testimonial Staying Ahead of the Curve with DWX Technology Precision Ceramics Dental Laboratory, Mark Jackson Since 1981, Precision Ceramics Dental Laboratory in Montclair, California, has been providing quality dental product fabrication for clients nationwide, including dentists, surgeons, veterinarians, universities and teaching hospitals. Precision Ceramics is a Dental Appliance Manufacturers Audit System (DAMAS)-certified laboratory with 45 people on staff, and is equipped with some of the most sophisticated technology available, including the Roland DWX-50 5-axis dental milling machine. We ve always tried to stay ahead of the curve on technology, said Mark Jackson, co-owner and vice president of Precision Ceramics. That s one of the reasons we went with Roland. Precision Ceramics began to incorporate milling equipment into their laboratory s production just over five years ago. Historically, the nature of this business has been that everything is done by hand, said Jackson. The addition of CAD/CAM-based milling technology has greatly improved the accuracy and consistency of our case work. There are a variety of milling machines designed for other purposes, but the DWX-50 is purpose-built for dental and suits our lab perfectly, said Jackson. Designed to run quietly and cleanly, Roland s dental milling machine has a small footprint and efficient work area. Because the work area on the DWX is sized for dental applications, the machine doesn t waste time recalibrating, he added. Jackson also values the low maintenance requirements of his Roland milling machines. Of all the equipment in my lab, the Roland machines are the most trouble-free, said Jackson. They have never needed any repairs beyond daily calibration and cleaning; they just go and go and go. Although the weak economy has many dental patients electing to wait on non-essential dental work, Precision Ceramics has experienced 15 percent growth this year. Jackson attributes this growth to the production efficiencies his lab is able to achieve through use of CAD/CAM-based dental milling technology. These days, at least 30 percent of dental product production for the United States market is being carried out overseas because of cheaper labor, said Jackson. With CAD/CAM milling technology, we can compete on price and deliver products faster than labs overseas can. Customer cases arrive at Precision Ceramics in two ways: Either as a rubber or silicone impression, from which the lab s technicians manufacture a stone model that is scanned into the CAD/CAM program for design of a prosthetic part, or as an intra-oral scan that is imported directly into the CAD/CAM program. CAD/CAM milling technology and the advent of intra-oral scanners has dramatically reduced turnaround times at Precision Ceramics from the industry standard of seven to 10 days. We can provide our clients with one-day turnaround on intra-orally scanned cases, said Jackson. In addition, CAD/CAM milling technology enables extremely precise fabrication, resulting in a tighter seal of the prosthetic dental product to the prepared tooth. With the dental milling technology, accuracy and consistency are greatly improved, which leads to a better experience for the patient, said Jackson. The design of the DWX-50 includes a spindle collet sized to match other industrial milling equipment, allowing for easy transfer of tools throughout the lab s production environment. The common spindle collet size means we can cycle our burrs through a variety of applications, said Jackson. It s a nice feature that lets us maximize our efficiency. The DWX-50 is specifically designed to fabricate dental products. It s quiet, efficient and clean. It s a real pleasure to work with! said Jackson. Roland DGA A Worldwide Leader Founded in 1981, Roland DG is a leading worldwide manufacturer of precision digital devices, including bestselling wide format inkjets, milling and engraving machines, vinyl cutters, 3D scanners, and photo impact printers. Built on over 25 years of precision milling innovation, Roland milling machines combine superior performance with legendary Roland reliability. Tens of thousands of loyal Roland users in more than 150 countries rely on Roland s unmatched customer service and support. As a company, Roland DGA has earned ISO 9001:2008 certification, which, in combination with parent company Roland DG s ISO 9001:2008 and certifications, promotes consistent quality in manufacturing, distribution and customer service. Each Roland machine is hand built in a state-of-the-art factory using an advanced cell-production system, called Digital Yatai. Using a 3D graphic manual displayed on a monitor that is connected to a rotating rack of parts, a single worker is able to quickly and accurately build a machine from start to finish. This innovative process has been studied by numerous manufacturers including Toyota. Roland offers a two-year warranty for the DWX-50 and a one-year warranty for the DWX-4. FOR COMPLETE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES, OR MORE INFORMATION, CALL OR VISIT ROLAND DGA CORP BARRANCA PARKWAY IRVINE, CALIFORNIA CERTIFIED ISO 9001:2008 RDGA-DWXTECH-02 May 2014