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Why the Orchestrate 3D™ Partnership Defined Park Dental Research’s Digital Future

Park Dental Research had the manufacturing. Orchestrate 3D™ had the planning engine. Here's why the 2021 integration was the hinge between Park Dental Aligners and DigiLine®.

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Behind the Brands: How Park Dental Research Became a National OEM Aligner Manufacturer

Before Park Dental Research launched its own aligner line, it was quietly manufacturing aligners for some of the most recognized names in orthodontics. Here's what that experience built.

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A Legacy of Leadership: Dr. Bulard Takes the Helm at Park Dental Research

In 2011, Dr. Ronald A. Bulard acquired Park Dental Research from founder Jack Wimmer and was appointed CEO and President. It wasn't just a change in leadership — it was a handoff between two generations of dental innovation.

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The Digital Turning Point: How CT Scanning and 3D Printing Changed Park Dental Research

In 2014, Park Dental Research added CT scanning services and 3D printers to its operations. It wasn't a product launch — it was a fundamental shift in how the company would manufacture dentistry.

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FlashCT® and the Aligner Manufacturing Shift: How Early CT Technology Helped Shape Park Dental Research’s Digital Future

Before Park Dental Research built its own digital manufacturing platform, a CT scanner called FlashCT® was quietly reshaping how the aligner industry worked. Here's why that lineage matters.

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The Origin of the Mini Dental Implant: How a 1970s Idea Became a Global Standard

The Origin of the Mini Dental Implant: How a 1970s Idea Became a Global Standard

Before implants were a same-day procedure, one Manhattan dentist asked a different question. Discover how Dr. Victor Sendax's 1970s idea became the foundation for IMTEC®'s commercially available mini dental implant, changing minimally-invasive dentistry for good.

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The Founding Vision: Jack Wimmer and the Origin of Park Dental Research

Park Dental Research did not start as a manufacturer that later acquired a history. It started as the workshop where the history was made - founded by a man whose entire life was an argument for rebuilding what has been lost.

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JUELL® 3D Vapor21 and Vapor610 vapor polishing systems for dental manufacturing

The Industrial DNA of JUELL™ 3D: Why Vapor Polishing is Redefining the Standard for Dental Manufacturing

Surface finish remains one of the biggest barriers between printed parts and truly production-ready dental components. This article explains how JUELL® 3D vapor polishing helps reduce surface roughness, improve hygienic performance, and support a more controlled dental manufacturing workflow.

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Before Digital Dentistry Became the Standard: What IMTEC Was Building in 2007

Before Digital Dentistry Became the Standard: What IMTEC Was Building in 2007

A look back at a 2007 Dentaltown profile featuring Dr. Ronald A. Bulard and IMTEC’s early vision for cone beam CT, guided planning, and clinician-focused workflows before digital dentistry became standard.

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PDA Manufactures and Controls Every Part of the Aligner Fabrication Process

Park Dental Aligners are fabricated using 3D printing software, 3D printers, FDA cleared proprietary dental resin, FDA cleared aligner material and a state-of-the-art aligner laboratory. This means customer demands are met without delays and savings are transferred to the end user.

Benefits PDA Other Dental Aligners
Cost Efficient ✔️ ✖️
Convenient ✔️ ✔️
Comfortable ✔️ ✖️
High Quality Materials ✔️ ✔️
Advanced Technology ✔️ ✖️
Faster Results* ✔️ ✖️
Brighter Smile ✔️ ✖️
Stain & Crack Resistant ✔️ ✖️
Laser Engraved ✔️ ✖️

All our processes are scalable.

*Individual results may vary based on frequency of use. We recommend patients following the instructions outlined in the device guide for best results.