Innovations in Dental Laboratory Materials
Published on January 8, 2026 · 5 min read time
Shifting demands in the laboratory sector
Every year, dental laboratories face more complex prosthetic work, which demands greater precision and stability from materials. In response, manufacturers continuously develop new formulations.
Next-generation model plasters
Modern model plasters offer less expansion, higher surface hardness, and faster setting time. This allows laboratories to increase precision while also shortening working time.
The advances within Yeti Dental's plaster line are a clear example of this trend.
Greater precision in duplicating silicones
Duplicating silicones play an important role in preserving detail when a model is reproduced. New formulations deliver more accurate results thanks to lower shrinkage.
Materials integrating with CAD/CAM
Traditional materials are evolving alongside digital workflows. Brands like Mueller Omicron offer product lines suited to both analog and digital workflows, giving laboratories flexibility.