3Shape and Astra Tech announce strategic alliance for lab-based scanning
Copenhagen, February 28th 2011 - 3Shape, announces a global strategic alliance with Astra Tech, a market leader and innovator in the field of implant dentistry and CAD/CAM abutments.
The first step is the development of a software interface enabling the 3Shape dental scanners to communicate with the Atlantis VADTM (Virtual Abutment Design) software used for the design and production of patient-specific implant abutments.
When developed, the interface will make it possible for 3Shape scanner users to quickly and easily transfer digital scan information of patient oral geometry to the Astra Tech AtlantisTM design and manufacturing facilities worldwide.
This connectivity reduces costs, eliminates shipping of physical models, and reduces turnaround time.
"3Shape strives to offer maximum flexibility to its reselling partners and their dental lab customers using 3Shape scanner and software solutions," says Flemming Thorup, President & CEO at 3Shape. We are very happy that this collaboration between AstraTech and 3Shape will make it possible for many laboratories to benefit from the strength of our respective companies."
