Capturing the Digital Dentistry Wave at DiGicon 2025
DiGicon 2025 gathered practitioners, educators, and innovators to explore how digital workflows—especially 3D scanning and 3D printing—are redefining dental care in the Philippines. Makerlab Electronics was on the floor to prove that powerful tools can also be affordable.
Why DiGicon 2025 Mattered
What Happened
- Digital Dentistry Conference featuring five expert talks.
- PIDD Induction Ceremony for incoming officers and board.
Who Attended
Dental professionals, technologists, faculty, and students—plus industry exhibitors. Makerlab Electronics was represented by Voltaire Gaviola.
Why it matters: Clinics and schools are rapidly shifting to digital. Lowering the cost of entry accelerates adoption and improves patient outcomes.
Makerlab’s Mission on Display
While some exhibitors showcased industrial-grade devices with premium pricing, Makerlab highlighted consumer-grade 3D printers and 3D scanners that punch above their weight—reliable performance at a fraction of the cost. That resonance was clear among private practices, academic labs, and student groups looking for sustainable first steps into digital workflows.
Makerlab’s booth: practical, accessible, clinic-ready solutions.
Presentations That Shaped the Day
The Wonderful Speakers at Digicon 2025 that enlightened the conference with knowledge and new posibilities
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Dr. Arvin Lester Nuñez — Digital Dentistry: A Real-World Walkthrough
How complete digital workflows streamline routine procedures. -
Dr. Art Kevin De Leon — Beyond the Mold: Direct Veneers in the Digital Era
Speed and precision in veneer planning and fabrication. -
Dr. Ronald Narciso — The Game Changer: Chairside-to-Lab Digital Synergy
Seamless clinic-to-lab handoffs for accuracy and efficiency. -
Dr. Miguel Librojo — Guided Precision: Rethinking Surgical Excellence
Digital guidance systems for safer, more predictable surgery. -
Dr. Pocholo Loleng — Print the Future: 3D Printing in Everyday Dentistry
Why 3D printing is becoming standard of care.
New PIDD Leadership
The induction welcomed leaders who will drive continuing education and adoption nationwide:
- President: Dr. Pocholo Loleng
- Executive VP: Dr. Paolo Pangilinan
- Dentistry VP: Dr. Arkhe Deleon
- Hygiene VP: Dr. Roland Narciso
- Dentech VP: Dr. Rajan Yraola
- Treasurer: Dr. Arvin Nuñez
- Auditor: Dr. Bong Estrella
- Secretary: Dr. Kristine Joy Torres-Ruiz
- Asst. Secretary: Dr. Yu-Wen Huang
- BOD External Affairs: Dr. Miguel Librojo
- BOD Internal Affairs: Dr. Stephen Almonte
- BOD Membership: Dr. Matthew Napao
- BOD Continuing Education: Dr. Francis Paraiso
The New Board inductee of the Philippine Institue of Digital Dentistry (PIDD) announced at Digicon 2025
Makerlab’s Impact & Takeaways
An Attendee signing up for the Makerlab's free giveaway keychain
Objective
Showcase budget-friendly yet capable 3D scanners and printers for clinics, schools, and learners.
Challenge
Industrial solutions can be cost-prohibitive for early adopters and training programs.
Solution
Consumer-grade hardware with dependable quality—ideal for chairside-to-lab workflows, study models, guides, and teaching.
Result
High booth engagement and broader awareness that accessibility ≠ compromise.
Digital Dentistry, Within Reach
DiGicon 2025 affirmed a simple truth: the future is digital—and it should be accessible. Makerlab Electronics will continue enabling the shift with affordable, reliable 3D printing and scanning that elevate care and education.
