Has it been a year already?!!? Just a few weeks ago Elvis (sadly without Barb) set up in the Ivoclar Ballroom at the 40th LMT Lab Day Chicago. Many conversations were recorded over the weekend and we decided to start the collection with 4 past guests that have come back to update everyone on the exciting thing they are working on.

First up is Vicki Thomas, owner of the 2 person lab, Signature Smiles by Vicki Thomas. Awhile ago Vicki wanted to help other small labs by creating a buy-in group that will allow other labs to get volume deals that large labs get to take advantage of. So Vicki started Savvy Lab Solutions, a group dedicated to getting good pricing on the things you need to run your lab. She talks about why she stated it and some of the vendors that have already seen what the power of numbers can do.

https://savvylabsolutions.com/

Next up is the "voice" behind LMT, Becky Tyre. Becky comes on to talk about the newest thing LMT is doing, Soundbites. This short audio podcast highlights the current month’s magazine. Becky talks about her background in radio, why they started the podcast, and why you should be listening.

https://lmtmag.com/podcast
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MX2VTKfT5bxVXq9s7dPFN
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lmt-soundbites/id1745578142

We wrap up the episode to get an update on Katie Rinaldo & Mandy Area's push to make Denturist legal in Illinois.... and now in other states too! The Illinois Denturist Association is working on another bill to submit for legislation. They talk about the current state of the bill, how they are getting others involved, and what you can do to help!

https://illinoisdenturist.com/

Take it from Laura Prosser, the digital marketing manager for Ivoclar North America. She would like to invite you to start following them on Instagram. It's your chance to obtain exclusive updates on product announcements, industry news, upcoming educational events, and heartwarming stories about our local team and industry professionals. Let's get social together. Simply start following us on Instagram @Ivoclar.na. We'll see you there.

Are you a dental lab in need of more talent to improve your bottom line and keep production on schedule? Are you a dental tech with great skills but feel you're being limited at your current lab? Well, the answer is here and this is precisely why WIN WIN GO was created. The dental lab and dental tech community needed a place where labs and technicians can meet, talk about their needs and connect in ways that foster a win win outcome. As a tech. If you're ready to make a change, thinking about moving in the next year or just curious what's out there, sign up today. It's totally free. As a lab, you might be feeling the frustration of paying the big employment site so much and getting so few tech candidates. We understand they don't much care about our industry. WINWINGO.com is simply the best place for lab techs and lab owners to actively engage in creating their ideal future. WINWINGO.com, how dental techs find paradise.

Special Guests: Becky Tyre, Katie Rinaldo, Mandy Arena, and Vicki Thomas.

First up is dental technician that is working on business development at Nobel Biocare, Chuck Genco. Chuck is 35 year veteran in various dental labs. He's now with Nobel Biocare helping them create a solution based digital workflow with a emphasis on "time to teeth". He talks about his journey, his role at Nobel, and what some interesting things they are working on.

Then we talk to two friends in Spain, from Syria, working in Sweden. Yousef Ibrahim is a ceramist. Maher Al Hanfeish is the cad/cam technician. After leaving Syria, they both found their way to the same lab in Sweden and have been friends ever since. They talk about their journey into the lab, getting to Sweden, and their daily life in a lab.

As a special BONUS, we talk to the Chair of the Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology, Jen Ludwig and the Executive Director, Lindsey Rowan. They both come on to talk about the upcoming Race for the Future happening on September 15th, 2024 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Join the Race: https://fdlt.memberclicks.net/donor-form

DONATE TODAY: https://fortworth.californiatriathlon.org/Race/Register/?raceId=99407

Introducing Ivotion Digital Dentures from Ivoclar – Experience unparalleled precision and efficiency with Ivoclar‘s state-of-the-art digital denture workflow.

Ivotion is available in their patent pending monolithic disc that combines denture base and tooth materials in one seamless puck. Or if you lab needs more flexibility, Ivotion is also available as stand-alone discs - Ivotion Base, Dent and Dent Multi all in 98mm width to fit your favorite milling machine.

With Ivotion you can streamline your lab’s processes, reduce production time, and enhance patient satisfaction. Elevate your lab's capabilities with Ivotion Digital Dentures – where innovation meets perfection. Discover the future of dentures today with Ivoclar." Thanks for your continued support of the podcast Ivoclar.

Join the GOLDEN BENCH CLUB! All you have to do is leave us a 5-star review and comment on the Apple Podcast app (or any other app and email us a screen shot) and we will read your review on the podcast and welcome you to the Golden Bench Club. This super elite club is only for the best of the best.

Special Guests: Chuck Genco, Jennifer Ludwig, CDT, Lindsey Rowan, Maher Al Hanfeish , and Yousef Ibrahim.

Barb Warner
Team Abutments (Elvis Dahl, Mark Williamson, Bobby Kennedy)
Voices From the Bench (50/50 split between Barb and Elvis' team)

Come see Elvis and Barb on stage together for the first time as we record an episode in front of a live audience!
Register for the Ladies of the Mill Summit in Chattanooga, TN on July 21-22

We talk a lot about Barb and Elvis raising money by participating in the Race For the Future 9.0 on August 27th. This week we brought on 3 wonderful guests to do a deep dive into what the event is, how you can donate, and where the money goes. Joining the conversation is Martha Martin from Triad Dental Studio and the current chair of the Foundation For Dental Laboratory Technology. Also joining in on the fun is Nicole Jackson, who also sits on the FDLT board, participates in the race, and runs the dental technician program at the Milwaukee Area Technical College. And we couldn't talk about any of this without having Lindsey Rowan on who is the executive director of the FDLT and past participant. During the conversation we will break down the days leading up to the race, the race itself, how you can sponsor a team, and all the amazing things the money does to help our industry.

The new PrograScan PS3 and PS5 provide true-to-detail, high-resolution and accurate scans for coordinated digital workflows that are precise, fast, and always accurate.

The PS3 and PS5 are powered by the popular and intuitive DentalCAD software from Exocad. Whether you are looking for your first scanner, to upgrade or add to your existing scanners, the PrograScan may be the one for you.

Reach out to your friendly Ivoclar sales representative to select a scanner that matches the needs of your lab Today and tell them you heard about it on the podcast!

Special Guests: Lindsey Rowan, Martha Martin , and Nicole Jackson.

First up is Dennis Urban CDT from Dental Services Group who is also the Chairperson on the National Board of Certification (NBC). Dennis talks about getting his CDT, finding the motivation to get on the board to promote it, and what the NBC is doing to make sure technicians still have the opportunity to get certified during these difficult times.

Then we talk to Sean Siegel from Castable Ceramics (also the Chairperson of the Foundation of Dental Laboratory Technology) and Shawn Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies (also the Fiscal Officer of the Foundation). They give us an update on the Foundation, all the grants and scholarships that are available, and how the Foundation plans on being stronger than ever once we get back to normal.

Whip Mix has developed VeriSplint OS, a popular 3D printed resin that is rigid, durable and affordable. This popular resin was the first 510K accepted splint material that is transparent, biocompatible and polishes to a high, clear shine.

All of this, and a low cost, averaging between $5.00 - $6.00 per splint.

If you’d like more information about VeriSplint OS, visit Whip Mix’s website at whipmix.com or call the 800-626-5651.

Special Guests: Dennis Urban CDT, Sean Siegel, and Shawn Nowak.

Sean Siegel - Castable Ceramics,
Steve Killion CDT - Killian Dental Ceramics
Don Albensi - NDX Albensi
Heather Voss CDT - Legacy Dental Arts
Denise Burris CDT - By Design Dental Studio

They talk about the Foundation of Dental Laboratories, one of the Keynote Speakers, becoming part of the NDX family, and the 2019 CDT of the Year! It's a lot of conversations, with a lot of people, for a whole lot of fun. See what you missed!

Keynote Speaker mentioned: Diana Kander
Order her book HERE!

March 26 – 28 Dental Laboratory Association Texas Conference – Grapevine, Tx
*Ortho Technicians!!! Register for the AOLP meeting! *
Last year was a huge success and we loved this show. We are back this year at the ARGEN booth recording all weekend long. If you are in the area, attend. If you are not in the area, you should still think about attending. It’s worth it.

Register HERE!

Thursday March 26, the good people at Alien Milling is hosting a evening event to kick of the DLAT Conference. We will be at Top Golf for fun, drinks, and podcasting. That’s right, we will be recording at the event. How fun is that! If you are going to the DLAT conference, don’t wait. Sign up here to join the fun!

Did you know that Nowak Dental carries all Roland Milling machines? Not only do they have an amazing price and trade in promotions on the unit but they are also offering an extra year of warranty on any new mill purchase. Reach out to the Nowak Dental Digital team at 855-669-2533 or visit the website at www.nowakdigital.com.

Did you know that Whip Mix manufactures a full array of 3D print resins, featuring the only FDA cleared splint resin? The latest resin in the group of printable resins is VeriSplint, which was the first and presently only 510K cleared print material that prints quickly, and results in an accurate and economical hard splint. So, whether you are printing splints, models, surgical guides, casting patterns or trays, consider increasing your productivity and your profitability with Whip Mix VeriBuild resins. Check them all at www.whipmix.com.

Alien Milling Technologies is a cutting-edge Dental Milling Center known for using the latest methods and technologies in milling top dental prosthetics. They can help your lab by milling everything, like crowns, abutments, partials, guards, and even titanium bars. Best part is that they are all milled right here in the USA. The team at Alien Milling Technologies is comprised of talented computer and dental technicians who are passionate about mastering the newest and most effective technologies. See all they have to offer at www.alienmilling.com.

Special Guests: Denise Burris, CDT, Donald Albensi, Jr. , Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Sean Siegel, and Steve Killian, CDT.