3D Systems Adds NextDent Jet Base LT Shades to Lineup
Edited by Colin Smith — March 5, 2026 — Tech
This article was written with the assistance of AI.
References: 3dprint
3D Systems expanded its NextDent jetted denture lineup by introducing three new gum tones, featuring Dark Pink (DP), Light Pink (LP) and Red Pink (RP) alongside the existing NextDent Jet Base LT. The update was rolled out after the NextDent jetted solution received regulatory clearance and commercial availability in 2025, and it was designed to produce more lifelike multi-material dentures. The launch targets labs and dental practices using the NextDent 300 printer to color-match patients more precisely.
The new shades work with NextDent materials and the NextDent 300 printer’s color-mixing capability, enabling one-piece jetted dentures that emerge fully cured and need minimal finishing. 3D Systems said the jetted workflow cuts manual labor and speeds turnaround compared with traditional fabrication, while partners noted improved shade consistency and durability. Competing firms are developing ink-jet solutions, but 3D Systems remained the sole commercial jetted denture supplier at the time of the update.
For consumers, expanded base shades mean dentures that better blend with natural gum tones, improving comfort and aesthetics and reducing chairside adjustments. For dental labs and clinics, the update supports faster throughput, lower labor and predictable color outcomes—aligning with the broader trend toward digital, high-accuracy prosthetics in dentistry.
Image Credit: NextDent
The new shades work with NextDent materials and the NextDent 300 printer’s color-mixing capability, enabling one-piece jetted dentures that emerge fully cured and need minimal finishing. 3D Systems said the jetted workflow cuts manual labor and speeds turnaround compared with traditional fabrication, while partners noted improved shade consistency and durability. Competing firms are developing ink-jet solutions, but 3D Systems remained the sole commercial jetted denture supplier at the time of the update.
For consumers, expanded base shades mean dentures that better blend with natural gum tones, improving comfort and aesthetics and reducing chairside adjustments. For dental labs and clinics, the update supports faster throughput, lower labor and predictable color outcomes—aligning with the broader trend toward digital, high-accuracy prosthetics in dentistry.
Image Credit: NextDent
Trend Themes
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One-piece Jetted Dentures — The emergence of fully cured, multi-material dentures from a single print creates potential for streamlined production with consistent fit and reduced post-processing needs.
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Color-matched Dental Fabrication — Expanded gum-tone options paired with color-mixing printers enable prosthetics that more closely mimic patient anatomy and reduce visible mismatches.
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Digital Denture Workflows — Automation of shade selection, printing, and finishing points toward predictable throughput and lower labor intensity across restorative workflows.
Industry Implications
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Dental Labs — Lab operations can shift from artisanal finishing to digital throughput models that emphasize consistency, scalability, and faster turnaround.
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Dental Clinics and Prosthodontics — Clinics stand to offer improved patient satisfaction through prostheses that require fewer chairside adjustments and better aesthetic integration.
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3D Printing Materials Manufacturers — Material suppliers are positioned to develop specialized, biocompatible resins and colorants that support multi-material jetted processes and long-term durability.
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