Dental 3D Printing - the PHD course
Sydney Australia 2026 |
Intelligent Dentistry
Intelligent Dentistry is the future of dental practice - using advanced technology to treat more conservatively, and more immediately because we can now monitor more precisely.
3D printing will be to Intelligent Dentistry what robots are to Artificial Intelligence: a foundational immediacy enabler of what comes next.
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The Foundation
What is Intelligent Dentistry?
Intelligent Dentistry represents the integration of artificial intelligence with a connected digital workflow — intraoral scanners, CBCT, milling units, 3D printers, and cloud-based centralised data — to deliver faster, more precise, more predictable patient clinical outcomes.
This is not a trend. It is the new standard of care for forward-thinking dental practices across Australia.
The Connected Workflow
  • Intraoral scanning
  • CBCT
  • AI-powered diagnostics
  • Cloud-based centralised data
  • In-house milling
  • 3D printing

Intelligent Dentistry : The 4D Holistic Workflow
From first appointment to final restoration, every step connects. This is what seamless digital dentistry looks like in 2026 — enhanced by artificial intelligence.

This end-to-end digital workflow reduces chair time, improves accuracy, and elevates the patient experience from consult to completion. Detect - Decide - Design - Deliver.
Why We Lead
Australia's Top 3D Printing Educators
92%
Practitioner Coverage
Over 90% of all dental 3D printing courses delivered across Australia are taught by one of our the educators.
100%
Printer Access
Our educators have hands-on access to every commercially available dental 3D printer in Australia and more with pre-launch exclusives.
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Leading Educators
Each bringing unique expertise and insight in AI, imaging, printing, and high tech clinical workflows.
This unparalleled market position means our lecture curriculum is grounded in real-world experience — not theory. Every technique taught has been tested, refined, and proven in active clinical practice.
BY clinicians FOR clinicians
Meet Your Educators
The PHD Course is led by four of Australia's most respected voices in dental 3D printing — clinicians who have built and refined real-world digital workflows with insight and experience.
Dr Tom Shao
The Shao Digital Institute
Dr Tom Shao is one of Australia's leading voices in digital dentistry, with expertise in veneers, implants, and full-arch reconstruction at Vogue Dental Studios Gold Coast.
He is recognised for pushing the boundaries of chairside 3D printing and digital workflows — having developed and delivered one of the most advanced, clinically focused education programs in the country since 2021.
As a Key Opinion Leader and keynote speaker for multiple global dental technology conferences, Dr Shao sits at the forefront of research, development, and clinical adoption — collaborating directly with industry leaders to refine next-generation dental hardware, software and AI-driven design systems.
His expertise lies in building start-to-finish centralised digital workflows that enable clinicians to deliver faster, more predictable, and higher-quality outcomes — particularly in complex implant and full-arch cases. Dr Shao represents the new standard of dentistry: fully digital, clinically precise, and outcome-driven.
Dr Andrew Ip
Zero to Hero 3D Printing Course
Bread and Butter Digital Mastery Course
Dr Andrew Ip is a Sydney-based private general dentist with a special interest in 3D printing which originally started as a hobby but has now formed a major part of his clinical work.
He has owned and operated over 40 different 3D printers which has given him substantial experience in dealing with the various manufacturers, software and hardware.
He is a Key Opinion Leader for multiple 3D printing related companies/services.
He has travelled across Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States to spread his passion for 3D printing (and cats).
He is considered a pioneer in the use of 3D printed definitive restorations.
Dr Sonny Lee
Australian Digital Dentistry Academy (ADDA)
MOD International Faculty
Dr Sonny Lee has spent twenty years at the intersection of clinical dentistry and digital technology — running a fully integrated practice, in-house lab, and charity clinic.
With deep expertise in CEREC, Exocad, advanced 3D printing, chairside printing, and full-arch implant workflows, he operates at the leading edge of what's clinically possible today.
He has trained 250+ clinicians across Australia through ADDA — built on a single mission: the transformation of how dentistry is taught, practised, and experienced.
Dr Eugene Lee
PiMP Practical Introduction to Mastering Primeprint course
Primeprint Users Group
Dr Eugene Lee is a clinician and educator who moves through the world with the intent of a polymath. His work is defined by the belief that clinical dentistry, digital innovation, and the humanities do not exist in isolation, but rather inform and elevate one another.
As a practice owner (TLC Dentists Richmond and Waverton) and industry Key Opinion Leader with Dentsply-Sirona, Eugene has built a reputation working with the international engineers of advanced digital workflows. His clinics serve as recognized reference sites for emerging technologies, allowing him to define how tools like AI, centralised accessible data in DScore, CEREC, and Primeprint 3D printing are most effectively integrated into daily practice.
With a background as a multiple tech startup founder, he brings a builder’s mindset to every project—whether he is designing an occlusal splint, or writing articles. He is the author of Teach Your AI a Poem, a philosophical workbook exploring how human values can shape emergent Artificial Intelligence into a "Companion Mind."
A frequent lecturer for the Australian Dental Association and the Australian Society of Dental AI, his mission is to bridge the gap between complex technology and compassionate care, ensuring that innovation always primarily serves humanity and the individual.
Flagship Program
The PHD Course:
the Most Important Course of the Year
3D Printing: Hardware and Design - the PHD Course is our flagship program.
Whether you are equipping your first digital workflow or optimising an existing setup, 2026 is seeing the digital convergeance and is the year to act.
The most complete Dental 3D printing education available in Australia — an intensive, two-day immersion into every aspect of intelligent dentistry.
This is where theory becomes practice, and where your clinical capability takes a genuine leap forward.
Essential to Dental Practice in 2026
Everything you need to know about dental 3D printing in Australia with exclusive information on the latest product launches and developments in Q3 and Q4 2026.
Unique Clinical Perspectives
The country's top four 3D printing educators — all in one room for a one-off, high authority learning opportunity.
Practical frameworks applicable from day one in your practice with personal insights from each presenter.
Full day Lecture and optional Hands-On Learning
Full day comprehensive lectures with optional half-day Hands-On courses with your choice of direct access to the full range of dental 3D printers and digital equipment available in Australia.
Curriculum
What You Will Learn - the PHD course prospectus
If you're thinking about or have recently invested in a dental 3D printer - this course is the only course you will need .
A practical curriculum built around the real-world opportunities and challenges of dental 3D printing in Australian practices today. *Subject to change
3D printing 2026 : Clinical Indications: What Actually Matters and Safety
Cut through the noise and understand what truly impacts clinical outcomes.
Dr Andrew Ip and Dr Tom Shao
3D printed restoration workflows
Real life workflow and comparison of different 3D printing solutions for your clinic.
Dr Andrew Ip and Dr Sonny Lee
All-on-X in a Day and Guided implants
Designing & printing Immediate Provisionals with Confidence. Transforming full-arch workflows into predictable, scalable systems. 3D printed guides.
Dr Tom Shao
Comparing ecosystems and Q & A on the Future of Digital Dentistry
From scan to production - evaluating pathways from data capture to final output. What works best clinically.
Panel Discussion
Predictable 3D Printed restorations
An evolution in workflow, thought process and material science of chairside inlays, onlays and restorations.
Dr Sonny Lee and Dr Andrew Ip
Transformative DSD with 3D printed mock-up
3D printing for High Conversion Consults. Use printed mock-ups and Digital Smile Design to boost case acceptance and patient confidence in your treatment.
Dr Sonny Lee
Guided Surgery In-house
Comprehensively planned and simple designed 3D printed implant guides.
Dr Tom Shao
3D printing - integral to AI, automation and Acclusion*
The important role of 3D printing in dental practice AI systems and centralised patient data.
Dr Eugene Lee
Workshop: Dr Sonny Lee
From Mock-up to Provisionals: 3D Smile Design for DSD try-in; injection moulding and 3D printed. veneers.
Workshop: Dr Andrew Ip
3D Printing on a shoestring - cost-efficient hardware, software and workflows to achieve immediate ROI.
Workshop: Dr Tom Shao
All-on X and the perfect combination with 3D printing and restorative detailed workflows.
Workshop: Dr Eugene Lee
The easiest occlusal splint you will ever print- the workflow behind the Simple, Safe and Scalable Primeprint Solution.
Participants leave with a clear implementation roadmap, and the confidence to invest wisely and suitably, in 3D printing technology.
Event Details

Course Dates & Location
📅 Schedule
Day 1
Friday, 16th October 2026
8:30am – 5:00pm
Day 2
Saturday, 17th October 2026
8:30am – 5:00pm
Location: the Fullerton Hotel, No 1. Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Two amazing days - the first day has the most comprehensive lectures on 3D printing in Australia; the second day is an optional hands-on workshop.
📍 Venue
Fullerton Hotel Heritage Ballroom in Sydney Australia
A prestigious heritage-listed venue conveniently located in the heart of Sydney, offering a professional and inspiring environment for advanced dental education.
What's Included
  • Lectures from 4 top educators that cover all aspects of 3D printing
  • Full access to all dental 3D printing equipment available in Australia
  • Discussion Panel with questions from the floor
  • Networking with leading practitioners
Enquiries : PIMPlectures@gmail.com
Take the Next Step
Ready to Transform Your Practice?
The future of dentistry is intelligent, connected, and precise. Join Australia's leading educators and take your practice to the next level at the 3D printing - PHD Course this October.
📅 Reserve Your Place
Spaces are limited. Secure your spot in the PHD lecture course and optional second day hands-on course.
early bird now open - code is FOMO - valid until July 2026
Partnerships
Our Sponsors & Partners
Our commitment to advancing dental innovation is made possible through the invaluable support of our esteemed sponsors. Their dedication to quality and cutting-edge solutions helps us shape the future of intelligent dentistry in Australia.
We extend our sincere thanks to these industry leaders for their continued partnership and shared vision in transforming dental practices across the nation.
In Practice
Intelligent Dentistry in Action
Forward-thinking practices have embraced full digital and AI workflows — setting a benchmark for patient care.
If you have equipped an intra-oral scanner, CBCT, mill and 3D printer in your practice, we look forward to adding your practice to this list in the near future.
  • Parramatta Dental Studio - Parramatta NSW