You're not locked into one resin supplier
A common fear with in-house 3D printing systems is getting boxed into a closed, proprietary material ecosystem. The iLux Pro is built the other way: LuxCreo's own resins plus a validated third-party ecosystem, so you keep the flexibility to choose.
Open resin platform, not a closed ecosystem
The iLux Pro Dental system is validated for LuxCreo's own materials as well as third-party resins from established manufacturers, including Keystone, Dreve, Glidewell, Rodin, Flexcera, and DETAX. LuxCreo reports support for more than 23 validated dental resins in total — you're choosing the right material for the application, not locked into whatever one supplier happens to sell.
Purpose-built resins, one per application
| Resin | Application | Regulatory Status |
|---|---|---|
| DCA — Direct Clear Aligner Material | 4D Aligner™ direct-print clear aligners and retainers | FDA Class II 510(k)-cleared for an aligner indication |
| DMR III — Dental Model Resin | Rapid dental model production | Model-appropriate certification |
| DNG — Night Guard Resin | Nightguards and occlusal splints | FDA 510(k) certified |
| DSG — Surgical Guide Resin | Surgical guides | FDA Class I and MDR Class I certified |
Regulatory clearance is tied to the specific material and application, not the printer as a blanket claim. See the full FDA clearance story for how this works.
Bring materials you already trust
The iLux Pro's LEAP™ platform has been validated against resins from these established dental material manufacturers, covering splints, night guards, surgical guides, and provisional restorations.
Example: Keystone Industries' KeySplint Soft, KeySplint Hard, KeyOrtho IBT, and KeyGuide are certified KeyPrint-compatible with iLux Pro. Confirm current validated materials and versions directly with LuxCreo, as partner certifications are added over time.
What an open resin ecosystem actually protects you from
No single-supplier pricing power
If one resin brand's pricing changes, you're not stuck paying it because it's the only material your printer accepts.
Keep materials you already trust
If your lab already has a relationship with Keystone, Dreve, or another validated partner, you don't have to abandon it to adopt direct-print aligners.
Right material for the application
Different appliances need different mechanical properties — an open platform means choosing based on the case, not the printer's limitations.
Future-proofing
As new validated resins come to market, they can be adopted on the same hardware rather than requiring a new printer purchase.
Material questions, answered directly
Is iLux Pro locked into LuxCreo's own resins only?
No. The iLux Pro Dental system is validated for LuxCreo's own materials as well as third-party resins from partner manufacturers including Keystone, Dreve, Glidewell, Rodin, Flexcera, and DETAX. LuxCreo reports support for more than 23 validated dental resins in total.
What resins does LuxCreo make for the iLux Pro system?
LuxCreo's own resin line includes DCA (Direct Clear Aligner material) for aligners and retainers, DMR III (Dental Model Resin) for models, DNG for nightguards and splints, and DSG for surgical guides. Each material carries the regulatory clearance appropriate to its specific application.
Which third-party resin brands work with the iLux Pro Dental printer?
Validated third-party partners include Keystone (KeySplint Soft, KeySplint Hard, KeyOrtho IBT, KeyGuide), Dreve, Glidewell, Rodin, Flexcera, and DETAX, among others, covering applications from splints and night guards to surgical guides and provisional restorations.
Does every resin used on the iLux Pro need its own FDA clearance?
Yes, clearance is tied to the specific material and its intended application, not the printer itself. LuxCreo's DCA aligner material holds FDA Class II 510(k) clearance for an aligner indication, while DNG and DSG carry clearances appropriate to their respective uses. The printer is validated hardware used within these cleared material-and-workflow combinations.
Check compatibility with your current materials
A LuxCreo specialist can confirm which of your current resin partners and product lines are already validated for the iLux Pro system.
Still deciding?
Material validations, partner listings, and regulatory statuses reflect information published by LuxCreo and its partners at the time of writing and are subject to change. Confirm current validated materials and certifications directly with LuxCreo before publishing or relying on this list.