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Robert Nickoloff, Maddy Ryan, George Cowburn, & Richard Nixon from NOLA Lab Fest 2026 Part 2

Episode 450 · November 9th, 2026 · 1 hr 12 mins

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As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why Knight Dental recently launched SimplyARCH Studio, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing hyperDENT. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set hyperDENT apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, hyperDENT helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one.

Barb and Elvis are back in New Orleans for more conversations from Nowak Dental Supplies NOLA LabFest, with help from Hyperdent! First, we sit down with Robert Nickoloff and Maddy Ryan from Dreve America to talk about impression materials, 3D printing resins, thermoforming equipment, night guards, and custom sports guards. We get into the Drufamat, the advantages of positive-pressure thermoforming, and how labs can turn colorful, custom mouth guards into new business opportunities. Then George Cowburn and Richard Nixon from LabPilot join us to discuss how they've taken their removable workflow to the next level. By combining traditional denture craftsmanship with modern machining, Lab Pilot is finding ways to make technology more accessible while keeping the technician firmly in control. Two great conversations about materials, equipment, innovation, and the people moving the dental lab industry forward.

A busy dental lab doesn't always mean a profitable one. More cases don't necessarily mean more money when labor, materials, remakes, downtime, and outsourcing are all eating into your margins. The key is understanding what it really costs to produce each case and finding ways to get more out of the workflow and equipment you already have. Can you increase production with the same team, eliminate unnecessary steps, or bring outsourced work back in-house? Roland DGA’s DGSHAPE DWX milling solutions are designed to help dental labs build efficient, dependable workflows that keep production moving and support real return on investment. Because every case produced efficiently is another opportunity to protect your profit. Being busy is great, but being profitable is even better. Take a closer look at what your workflow is costing you and discover where you could be keeping more revenue in your lab. Learn more at rolanddental.com.