What is the best way to explore options for CAD/CAM?

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Is the best way to start learning about the options for CAD/CAM by talking to your Zahn representative? Or would it be better to contact each manufacture individually? How would you recommend going about it?

I heard the best place to start is with a scanner, is that right? Advice is welcome!
 
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oh my dear sweet lord why in the world would you ever talk to ZAHN

two companies i advise you to talk to. Imagine, and Axsys.

between them, they'll have you going right in no time.

that, or you know browse our extensive forums on the subject.
 
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Also on that list would be core3d regarding a 3Shape scanner, and as CHL said, not Zahn.
Support can mean everything.

And yes, a scanner first if you're going to do it in steps that you can afford.
 
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CHL, you sound like you're on Axsys's payroll o_O
 
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with any luck, maybe someday.
 
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I'd suggest a DOF scanner and a big dose of Exocad.
 
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when all this 5hit is over with corona go and do a Zirkonzahn course for like 2 weeks and really get into it. you will never look back.
 
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Is it a 2 week course, or 2 days?
A beginner course than an advanced course?
 
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From who, for the best support for Thomas..besides here?
I got my DOF from Imagine and my Exocad from Scott. I've had no problems with the scanner and anytime I need Exocad support it is a phone call & team viewer click away.
 
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I got my DOF from Imagine and my Exocad from Scott. I've had no problems with the scanner and anytime I need Exocad support it is a phone call & team viewer click away.

Thanks doug, as I didn't know about Imagine until CHL mentioned it in his post, and now you, too.
 
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Brent Harvey who used to be at Sagemax, and Felix who headed Medit got together and now manage Imagine. its a lot of good brains there.
 
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Brent Harvey who used to be at Sagemax, and Felix who headed Medit got together and now manage Imagine. its a lot of good brains there.

Nice follow up, CHL. Good for Brent, he's good people, I hope it works out for him and Felix.
 
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Thanks CLH. I appreciate the support.
You should really spend some quality time on our website: https://axsysdental.com
Especially exploring "The Learning Zone" tab and: https://axsysdental.com/UniqueSolution.html#fourkeyelements
I spent a lot of time making our site educational, not just a giant brochure or commercial for our products and services.
It turned out to be a pretty good site (of course I might be prejudice) —I have been told it is a good site to learn.
Check it out. I would be interested to hear your opinion.
 
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your learning page has a lot of great info Steve.

the OP Thomas seemed to be looking more at what the 'whole package' is and where to start, and how. sort of a new convert to digital technology you might say. he'll need scanning, and CAD ... and probably a good foundation in digital as a whole.
 
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Cant forget Jensen or Americana.
 
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