Dental Lab Equipment ROI Calculator | Should I Buy That Mill or Scanner? | Excel Feasibility Spreadsheet

Thinking about buying a milling unit, 3D printer, or scanner for your dental lab? This spreadsheet tells you exactly how many months it takes to pay for itself — before you sign a financing agreement.

Just plug in the equipment price, your financing terms, and your expected case volume. The sheet automatically calculates your monthly loan payment, net cash flow impact, breakeven month, and 3-year return.

What's included:

- Fully automated Excel calculator (works in Excel, Google Sheets, and Numbers)

- 36-month cash flow projection

- Breakeven month calculation

- Editable inputs — nothing hardcoded, so you can rerun scenarios instantly

Who it's for: Dental lab owners and managers evaluating a capital equipment purchase.

This is a planning tool based on the inputs you provide. It is not financial, tax, or legal advice — consult a professional for decisions specific to your business.

These figures are national averages pulled from industry pricing guides — actual equipment costs and case revenue vary meaningfully by region, brand, and lab size. Confirm current numbers with your own vendor quotes and local pricing before making a purchase decision.