Displaying 3 items of Voices from The Bench with the tag "accuracy".
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Episode 434: From FDLA 2026: Chris Bradley, Richard Wodzinski, Dawn Roniger, & Kaveh Shams
July 20th, 2026 | 1 hr 3 mins
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From the FDLA Symposium, Elvis and Barb welcome Chris Bradley, Richard Wodzinski, and Dawn Roniger to discuss the latest in shade matching, ceramics, and the technology helping labs achieve more predictable results. Then Kaveh Shams from Zirkonzahn Canada shares his journey into digital dentistry while talking milling, education, and the philosophy that's made Zirkonzahn a leader in the industry.
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423: Kent Kohli is Always in Pursuit of a More Excellent Way
May 4th, 2026 | 1 hr 9 mins
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Kent Kohli shares how an unexpected path—from pre-dental student to passionate lab technician—led him to fall in love with ceramics and the artistry of dental technology. Guided by mentors and fueled by relentless self-education, he chose quality and growth over high-volume burnout, shaping a long, rewarding career. Now with Ivoclar, Kent is focused on giving back by helping bring hands-on education and foundational techniques to the next generation of technicians.
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402: Blake Roney & Patrick Dewey Are Mapping the Future of Full Arch in Microns with S.I.N.
December 8th, 2025 | 1 hr 22 mins
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Blake Roney and Patrick Dewey from S.I.N. return to break down their newest innovations in implants, photogrammetry, and full-arch digital workflows, including the ultra-precise MicronMapper and the manufacturing-verifying FitCheck system. They also introduce the Tissue Mapper workflow, pushing the boundaries of scanner-free, fiducial-free, highly accurate full-arch dentistry.