Has anyone taken a solid course lately on pediatric appliance materials that truly covers biocompatible, BPA-free resins and soft liners? I’m updating our 3D print workflow and EVA mouthguard station this spring and want something beyond the basic 2-hour intro — ideally hands-on with 0.8–1.5 mm EVA, flexible acrylics, and practical tips for playful, durable designs kids wear; in-person in the Midwest or a good on-demand option would be great…
Took Great Lakes’ Erkodent hands-on — covers 0.8–1.5 mm EVA; then Keystone’s KeyPrint BPA-free resins: https://keyprint.keystoneindustries.com. Want in-person dates?
SCHEU Academy’s Biostar/Ministar workshop has been the most practical for pediatrics — hands-on with Bioplast (BPA‑free EVA) in 0.8–1.5 mm and layering with soft liners; Dreve’s Drufomat training is a close second. Tip: laminate 1.0 mm Bioplast over 1.5 mm Bioplast Soft for color and edge comfort, finish with pumice then a light microflame to de-fuzz, and ask vendors for ISO 10993 biocompatibility and a BPA‑free statement on any 3D resin; @elsa_m91, dates would be great.
While hands-on is key, don’t overlook online courses like @PediatricDentalAid’s latest webinar on playful designs — great tips in under 90 minutes! Have you considered that route?