app03 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:26:20 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Voices from The Bench - Episodes Tagged with “Hiring” https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/tags/hiring Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 A weekly podcast dedicated to the dental laboratory industry. Featuring anyone associated with the profession from all over the world. Host are in their own dental laboratory every day making teeth and interviewing people from the industry on their time off. New episodes every Monday morning. en-us episodic A Dental Laboratory Podcast Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A weekly podcast dedicated to the dental laboratory industry. Featuring anyone associated with the profession from all over the world. Host are in their own dental laboratory every day making teeth and interviewing people from the industry on their time off. New episodes every Monday morning. no Dental Laboratory, Dentistry, Removable, Fixed, Crowns, teeth, technicians, CDT, dentures, partials, mills, printers, dentist, zirconia, emax Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner info@voicesfromthebench.com 422: Renata Budny, Roberto Rossi, & Eugene Vega: The Never Ending Education in a Dental Lab https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/422 22893711-f576-40ea-806d-e82664e03821 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 422 Renata Budny, Roberto Rossi, & Eugene Vega: The Never Ending Education in a Dental Lab full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Elvis reunites with Renata Bundy alongside lab owner Roberto Rossi and technician Eugene Vega for a conversation that connects education to real-world lab life. They share how technicians often start with little experience, face early challenges, and need the right mentorship and environment to grow. Roberto highlights building a quality-driven lab while navigating digital workflows, and Renata reflects on preparing students for those realities. 1:03:58 no <h3>Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!</h3> <h3>If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, I<a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/veneering-materials/ips-e.max-ceram-art" rel="nofollow noopener">PS e.max Ceram Art</a>. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.</h3> <h3>Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.</h3> <hr> <h3>CAM has been a major topic lately, and a lot of that conversation keeps coming back to <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener">hyperDENT</a>. But instead of just talking about the software itself, it’s worth looking at real-world experience. <a href="https://www.imagineusa.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Imagine USA</a> has been using hyperDENT in their own lab for over 15 years. That kind of longevity says a lot—they’re not just selling and supporting it, they’re relying on it in their own production every single day. That’s what really sets them apart.</h3> <p>This week’s episode brings it full circle as Elvis reconnects with one of the podcast’s very first guests, Renata Bundy, now a longtime professor at New York City College of Technology. Along with her are two technicians who represent both sides of the journey—lab owner Roberto Rossi and workflow master Eugene Vega—creating a conversation that dives deep into education, mentorship, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s dental lab world.</p> <p>Roberto shares his unlikely path from working sanitation in New York to building a thriving lab, Synergy Dental Studio, over nearly three decades. With a relentless focus on quality, constant improvement, and embracing digital (while still questioning it), he explains how his lab has grown into a tight-knit, high-level operation. Eugene adds perspective from inside the lab, describing his evolution from student to managing daily workflow, highlighting how important environment, mentorship, and work ethic are when transitioning from school to real-world production.</p> <p>Renata ties it all together from the educational side, reflecting on over 20 years of teaching and how the program has evolved alongside the industry—from analog fundamentals to digital workflows—while still preparing students for the realities they’ll face after graduation. The group doesn’t shy away from the tough truths either: low starting pay, steep learning curves, and the high dropout rate among new technicians. But the message is clear—stick with it, find the right lab, and the opportunity is there.</p> <p>It’s a conversation about growth, grit, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people—whether that’s in the classroom or the lab. And if nothing else, you’ll learn that a little Italian lunch might just be the secret to building a loyal team. Special Guests: Eugene Vega, Renata Budny, CDT, TE, and Roberto Rossi.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, voices from the bench, dental technician, dental technology, dental education, City Tech, New York City College of Technology, dental school, lab workflow, workflow management, lab management, mentorship, training, career growth, dental industry, prosthodontics, crown and bridge, ceramics, zirconia, emax, implants, implant restorations, full arch, digital dentistry, analog dentistry, CAD/CAM, exocad, 3D printing, dental printers, Asiga, digital workflow, lab efficiency, quality control, QC, case planning, smile design, aesthetics, cosmetic dentistry, diagnostic wax-up, wax-up, model work, impressions, digital impressions, scanning, milling, dental milling, lab startup, lab owner, entrepreneurship, small business, team culture, leadership, hiring, work ethic, career development, continuing education, dental students, graduation, technician shortage, lab environment, production lab, boutique lab, high-end lab, patient experience, custom shade, shade matching, teamwork, collaboration, synergy, dentist relationships, communication, lab to doctor, case acceptance, troubleshooting, problem solving, experience vs education, hands-on training, bench work, craftsmanship, artistry, morphology, dentures, removable, fixed prosthetics, occlusion, anatomy, dental materials, porcelain, layering, finishing, polishing, productivity, efficiency, time management, lab growth, scaling a lab, digital transition, technology adoption, innovation, future of dentistry, industry challenges, technician retention, employee culture, lab perks, work-life balance, motivation, mentorship in dentistry, career pathways, dental lab life Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

CAM has been a major topic lately, and a lot of that conversation keeps coming back to hyperDENT. But instead of just talking about the software itself, it’s worth looking at real-world experience. Imagine USA has been using hyperDENT in their own lab for over 15 years. That kind of longevity says a lot—they’re not just selling and supporting it, they’re relying on it in their own production every single day. That’s what really sets them apart.

This week’s episode brings it full circle as Elvis reconnects with one of the podcast’s very first guests, Renata Bundy, now a longtime professor at New York City College of Technology. Along with her are two technicians who represent both sides of the journey—lab owner Roberto Rossi and workflow master Eugene Vega—creating a conversation that dives deep into education, mentorship, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s dental lab world.

Roberto shares his unlikely path from working sanitation in New York to building a thriving lab, Synergy Dental Studio, over nearly three decades. With a relentless focus on quality, constant improvement, and embracing digital (while still questioning it), he explains how his lab has grown into a tight-knit, high-level operation. Eugene adds perspective from inside the lab, describing his evolution from student to managing daily workflow, highlighting how important environment, mentorship, and work ethic are when transitioning from school to real-world production.

Renata ties it all together from the educational side, reflecting on over 20 years of teaching and how the program has evolved alongside the industry—from analog fundamentals to digital workflows—while still preparing students for the realities they’ll face after graduation. The group doesn’t shy away from the tough truths either: low starting pay, steep learning curves, and the high dropout rate among new technicians. But the message is clear—stick with it, find the right lab, and the opportunity is there.

It’s a conversation about growth, grit, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people—whether that’s in the classroom or the lab. And if nothing else, you’ll learn that a little Italian lunch might just be the secret to building a loyal team.

Special Guests: Eugene Vega, Renata Budny, CDT, TE, and Roberto Rossi.

]]> Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

CAM has been a major topic lately, and a lot of that conversation keeps coming back to hyperDENT. But instead of just talking about the software itself, it’s worth looking at real-world experience. Imagine USA has been using hyperDENT in their own lab for over 15 years. That kind of longevity says a lot—they’re not just selling and supporting it, they’re relying on it in their own production every single day. That’s what really sets them apart.

This week’s episode brings it full circle as Elvis reconnects with one of the podcast’s very first guests, Renata Bundy, now a longtime professor at New York City College of Technology. Along with her are two technicians who represent both sides of the journey—lab owner Roberto Rossi and workflow master Eugene Vega—creating a conversation that dives deep into education, mentorship, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s dental lab world.

Roberto shares his unlikely path from working sanitation in New York to building a thriving lab, Synergy Dental Studio, over nearly three decades. With a relentless focus on quality, constant improvement, and embracing digital (while still questioning it), he explains how his lab has grown into a tight-knit, high-level operation. Eugene adds perspective from inside the lab, describing his evolution from student to managing daily workflow, highlighting how important environment, mentorship, and work ethic are when transitioning from school to real-world production.

Renata ties it all together from the educational side, reflecting on over 20 years of teaching and how the program has evolved alongside the industry—from analog fundamentals to digital workflows—while still preparing students for the realities they’ll face after graduation. The group doesn’t shy away from the tough truths either: low starting pay, steep learning curves, and the high dropout rate among new technicians. But the message is clear—stick with it, find the right lab, and the opportunity is there.

It’s a conversation about growth, grit, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people—whether that’s in the classroom or the lab. And if nothing else, you’ll learn that a little Italian lunch might just be the secret to building a loyal team.

Special Guests: Eugene Vega, Renata Budny, CDT, TE, and Roberto Rossi.

]]> 418: Lab Day Chicago 2026 Part 4 with Josh Williams, Savannah Elkins, Darin McCue, Vicki Thomas, and Carrie Ling https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/418 3d4ef142-c3e2-4196-aa50-caf4da94c533 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 418 Lab Day Chicago 2026 Part 4 with Josh Williams, Savannah Elkins, Darin McCue, Vicki Thomas, and Carrie Ling full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Live from LMT Lab Day Chicago, Elvis and Barb capture three conversations that highlight the future of the lab industry. From Savannah and Josh’s fast-moving digital removable workflows at GPS Digital RPD, to Darin McCue’s blunt reminder that labs need strong leadership—not just great technicians and how Saleslift Consulting can help—and finally Vicki and Carrie’s push to empower smaller labs through smarter partnerships and buying power with Savvy Lab Solutions, every discussion points to the same truth: adapting isn’t optional. 1:16:48 no <h3>Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!</h3> <h3>If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, I<a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/veneering-materials/ips-e.max-ceram-art" rel="nofollow noopener">PS e.max Ceram Art</a>. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.</h3> <h3>Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.</h3> <hr> <h3>When it comes to digital dentures, design is easy—manufacturing is where things get messy.</h3> <h3>That’s why the Elevate Denture Solution brings it all together. Built by <a href="https://www.rolanddga.com/applications/dental-cad-cam" rel="nofollow noopener">Roland DGSHAPE</a>, <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>, and <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">FOLLOW-ME! Technology Group</a>, it combines machine, materials, and CAM into one fully optimized workflow—so you get consistent, high-quality results without the guesswork.</h3> <h3>Want to simplify production and scale with confidence? Check it out at rollanddga.com/elevate.</h3> <p>Live from LMT Lab Day Chicago, Elvis and Barb bring the mics to the <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a> stage for three very different conversations that all point to one big theme—this industry is evolving fast, and you better evolve with it.</p> <p>First up, Savannah Elkins and Josh Williams from <a href="https://gpsdigitalrpd.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">GPS Digital RPD</a> jump into the digital removable world, where analog roots meet full-on additive workflows. Savannah shares how she went from pouring models to cranking out 100+ RPD frameworks a day, learning design in record time through hands-on training and a little “YouTube University.” The conversation dives into printed frameworks, flexible materials, and the push toward becoming a full lab-to-lab removable resource. It’s fast, it’s scalable, and yes… they absolutely test durability by throwing, stepping on, and possibly feeding things to alligators.</p> <p>Next, Darin McCue from <a href="https://salesliftconsulting.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">SalesLift Consulting</a> flips the script and talks about what’s really holding labs back—and it’s not production. With a mix of passion and hard truth, Darin explains that most lab owners aren’t failing because they can’t make teeth—they’re failing because they don’t run a business. From leadership and communication to sales and team culture, he challenges owners to step off the bench and into a leadership role before burnout or failure forces the issue. His message is clear: if you don’t work on your business, it will eventually work against you.</p> <p>Finally, Vicki Thomas and Carrie Ling bring a completely different energy, focused on community, collaboration, and leveling the playing field for smaller labs. Vicki shares the story behind launching <a href="https://savvylabsolutions.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Savvy Lab Solutions</a>, a buying group built to give small and mid-sized labs access to the same pricing and vendor relationships as the big players. Carrie backs it up with real-world experience, explaining how vendors now proactively reach out with discounts and new products—saving time, money, and opening doors she didn’t even know existed. The conversation highlights the power of partnerships, word-of-mouth growth, and the realization that 78% of the industry is made up of labs that have historically been overlooked.</p> <h3>Join us at <a href="https://exocad.com/insights-2026" rel="nofollow noopener">exocad Insights 2026</a>, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.</h3> <h3>Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.</h3> <h3>Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code <strong>VFTBPalma15</strong> for 15% off.</h3> <p>Special Guests: Carrie Ling, Darin McCue, Josh Williams, Savannah Elkins, and Vicki Thomas.</p> dental, technician, laboratory,voices from the bench, digital, removable, RPD, 3D printing, additive, workflows, design, CAD, CAM, outsourcing, lab-to-lab, production, scalability, materials, flexibles, durability, innovation, leadership, management, culture, communication, sales, growth, strategy, consulting, efficiency, business, ownership, burnout, hiring, training, mentorship, community, collaboration, partnerships, buying group, Savvy, vendors, pricing, access, small labs, competition, industry, technology, evolution, Lab Day, Chicago Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

When it comes to digital dentures, design is easy—manufacturing is where things get messy.

That’s why the Elevate Denture Solution brings it all together. Built by Roland DGSHAPE, Ivoclar, and FOLLOW-ME! Technology Group, it combines machine, materials, and CAM into one fully optimized workflow—so you get consistent, high-quality results without the guesswork.

Want to simplify production and scale with confidence? Check it out at rollanddga.com/elevate.

Live from LMT Lab Day Chicago, Elvis and Barb bring the mics to the Ivoclar stage for three very different conversations that all point to one big theme—this industry is evolving fast, and you better evolve with it.

First up, Savannah Elkins and Josh Williams from GPS Digital RPD jump into the digital removable world, where analog roots meet full-on additive workflows. Savannah shares how she went from pouring models to cranking out 100+ RPD frameworks a day, learning design in record time through hands-on training and a little “YouTube University.” The conversation dives into printed frameworks, flexible materials, and the push toward becoming a full lab-to-lab removable resource. It’s fast, it’s scalable, and yes… they absolutely test durability by throwing, stepping on, and possibly feeding things to alligators.

Next, Darin McCue from SalesLift Consulting flips the script and talks about what’s really holding labs back—and it’s not production. With a mix of passion and hard truth, Darin explains that most lab owners aren’t failing because they can’t make teeth—they’re failing because they don’t run a business. From leadership and communication to sales and team culture, he challenges owners to step off the bench and into a leadership role before burnout or failure forces the issue. His message is clear: if you don’t work on your business, it will eventually work against you.

Finally, Vicki Thomas and Carrie Ling bring a completely different energy, focused on community, collaboration, and leveling the playing field for smaller labs. Vicki shares the story behind launching Savvy Lab Solutions, a buying group built to give small and mid-sized labs access to the same pricing and vendor relationships as the big players. Carrie backs it up with real-world experience, explaining how vendors now proactively reach out with discounts and new products—saving time, money, and opening doors she didn’t even know existed. The conversation highlights the power of partnerships, word-of-mouth growth, and the realization that 78% of the industry is made up of labs that have historically been overlooked.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guests: Carrie Ling, Darin McCue, Josh Williams, Savannah Elkins, and Vicki Thomas.

]]> Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah!

If you’re passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I’m honored to be part of Ivoclar’s development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing.

Let’s continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time.

When it comes to digital dentures, design is easy—manufacturing is where things get messy.

That’s why the Elevate Denture Solution brings it all together. Built by Roland DGSHAPE, Ivoclar, and FOLLOW-ME! Technology Group, it combines machine, materials, and CAM into one fully optimized workflow—so you get consistent, high-quality results without the guesswork.

Want to simplify production and scale with confidence? Check it out at rollanddga.com/elevate.

Live from LMT Lab Day Chicago, Elvis and Barb bring the mics to the Ivoclar stage for three very different conversations that all point to one big theme—this industry is evolving fast, and you better evolve with it.

First up, Savannah Elkins and Josh Williams from GPS Digital RPD jump into the digital removable world, where analog roots meet full-on additive workflows. Savannah shares how she went from pouring models to cranking out 100+ RPD frameworks a day, learning design in record time through hands-on training and a little “YouTube University.” The conversation dives into printed frameworks, flexible materials, and the push toward becoming a full lab-to-lab removable resource. It’s fast, it’s scalable, and yes… they absolutely test durability by throwing, stepping on, and possibly feeding things to alligators.

Next, Darin McCue from SalesLift Consulting flips the script and talks about what’s really holding labs back—and it’s not production. With a mix of passion and hard truth, Darin explains that most lab owners aren’t failing because they can’t make teeth—they’re failing because they don’t run a business. From leadership and communication to sales and team culture, he challenges owners to step off the bench and into a leadership role before burnout or failure forces the issue. His message is clear: if you don’t work on your business, it will eventually work against you.

Finally, Vicki Thomas and Carrie Ling bring a completely different energy, focused on community, collaboration, and leveling the playing field for smaller labs. Vicki shares the story behind launching Savvy Lab Solutions, a buying group built to give small and mid-sized labs access to the same pricing and vendor relationships as the big players. Carrie backs it up with real-world experience, explaining how vendors now proactively reach out with discounts and new products—saving time, money, and opening doors she didn’t even know existed. The conversation highlights the power of partnerships, word-of-mouth growth, and the realization that 78% of the industry is made up of labs that have historically been overlooked.

Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting.

Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don’t miss the FIRST 5k run on the coast! And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars.

Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.

Special Guests: Carrie Ling, Darin McCue, Josh Williams, Savannah Elkins, and Vicki Thomas.

]]> 374: Dr. Andrew Turchin Has the Formula For a Smiling Success https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/374 ad03de3e-9160-454f-bdd5-7e51bed6ad02 Mon, 26 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 374 Dr. Andrew Turchin Has the Formula For a Smiling Success full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we meet Dr. Andrew Turchin from Aspen Colorado who has developed a mathematical equation that has allowed him and his in-office lab technicians to formulate a simple treatment that creates better smiles. 1:04:20 no <p><strong>Come join us at the <a href="https://jensendental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Jensen Dental</a> booth during the <a href="https://www.fdla.net/attendee-information" rel="nofollow noopener">FDLA Southern States Symposium &amp; Expo</a> - <br> June 13-14 at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, FL<br> Register today at: FDLA.NET</strong></p> <p>Dr. Andrew Turchin knew he wanted to be a dentist as soon as he shadowed one many years ago. After spending years in New York, he moved to Aspen, Colorado and opened his own practice where he created the <a href="https://andrewturchin.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Ageless Smile</a>. To do this, he created a simple mathematical equation that works on almost every patient. Simple and always keeping the end in mind, he wanted to teach other doctors this method and opened <a href="https://www.cosmeticcoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Cosmetic Confidence Coaching</a>. He comes on to talk about how the formula works, working with in-office technicians, and how occlusion goes beyond just the teeth.</p> <h3>Take it from Laura Prosser, the digital marketing manager for <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar North America</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ivoclar.na/" rel="nofollow noopener">@Ivoclar.na</a>. We'll see you there.</h3> <p>Special Guest: Dr. Andrew Turchin.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, high end, ceramics, designers, exocad, 3shape, communication, lab day, quality control, picky patients, teaching, education, aesthetics, hiring, porcelain, neck pain, emax, ivoclar, voices from the bench Come join us at the Jensen Dental booth during the FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo -
June 13-14 at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, FL
Register today at: FDLA.NET

Dr. Andrew Turchin knew he wanted to be a dentist as soon as he shadowed one many years ago. After spending years in New York, he moved to Aspen, Colorado and opened his own practice where he created the Ageless Smile. To do this, he created a simple mathematical equation that works on almost every patient. Simple and always keeping the end in mind, he wanted to teach other doctors this method and opened Cosmetic Confidence Coaching. He comes on to talk about how the formula works, working with in-office technicians, and how occlusion goes beyond just the teeth.

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.

Special Guest: Dr. Andrew Turchin.

]]> Come join us at the Jensen Dental booth during the FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo -
June 13-14 at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, FL
Register today at: FDLA.NET

Dr. Andrew Turchin knew he wanted to be a dentist as soon as he shadowed one many years ago. After spending years in New York, he moved to Aspen, Colorado and opened his own practice where he created the Ageless Smile. To do this, he created a simple mathematical equation that works on almost every patient. Simple and always keeping the end in mind, he wanted to teach other doctors this method and opened Cosmetic Confidence Coaching. He comes on to talk about how the formula works, working with in-office technicians, and how occlusion goes beyond just the teeth.

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.

Special Guest: Dr. Andrew Turchin.

]]> 369: Cal-Lab 2025 Part 2 with Liam Johns, Tom Wiand, Scott Lowrey, and Matt Cushing https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/369 af1396de-815f-497a-9883-cca6305716a8 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 369 Cal-Lab 2025 Part 2 with Liam Johns, Tom Wiand, Scott Lowrey, and Matt Cushing full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner We are back with a packed episode from the 2025 Cal-Lab Association Meeting. First up is Liam Johns from Derby Dental Laboratory, Tom Wiand & Scott Lowrey from Wiand Dental Lab, and Matt Cushing from First Choice Dental Lab. 1:08:05 no <p>This week we bring 3 great conversation from the great Cal-Lab Association meeting that happened in February during Lab Day Chicago. First up is someone that has to put up with Elvis on a regular basis at <a href="https://www.derbydental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Derby Dental Lab</a>, <strong>Liam Johns</strong>. Liam talks about growing up with a technician father, becoming the removable manager at a young age, and how digital excites him for the future of dental technology.</p> <p>Then we chat with two gentlemen from <a href="https://www.wiandlab.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Wiand Dental Lab</a>, <strong>Tom Wiand</strong> and <strong>Scott Lowrey</strong>. Tom tells the story of starting the lab in the early 90s, organically growing through the years, and keeping up with technology. Scott talks about going from selling burs to selling restorations 10 years ago. Now he does education, chairside support, and helps the lab succeed. </p> <p>We wrap up the episode with former player for the Pittsburg Steelers, <strong>Matt Cushing</strong>. Once done, a buddy asked if he would do sales for his lab. Not knowing anything about teeth, it wasn't long before Matt found a passion for the industry and opened <a href="https://www.firstchoicelab.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">First Choice Dental Lab</a> and is now (17 years later) a lab that has acquired other labs, grew to full service, and has a satellite lab in another state. </p> <h3>Don't miss this incredible webinar with Tanya Little, a dentist from beautiful Vancouver, Canada. We would like to invite you to a special webinar that she's hosting with <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a> and <a href="https://lmtmag.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">LMT</a> on Wednesday, May 7th, titled "Reflections from a Denturist: 20 Years of Crafting Dentures!". In this program, she will review the incredible history of removables with Ivoclar and focus on the new and exciting evolution based print resin and of course, the PM7. Her goal is to provide you with several key takeaways that will allow you to work smarter and not harder. You can join on May 7th by registering at <a href="https://lmtmag.com/webinars/reflections-from-a-denturist-20-years-of-crafting-dentures" rel="nofollow noopener">https://lmtmag.com/webinars/reflections-from-a-denturist-20-years-of-crafting-dentures</a></h3> <hr> <h3>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 <a href="https://www.winwingo.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">WIN WIN GO</a> 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.</h3> <p>Special Guests: Liam Johns, Matt Cushing, Scott Lowrey , and Tom Wiand CDT.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, dentures, father, hiring, finisher, processor, ivobase, manager, phone, fires, digital partials, printed flexible, lucitone, framework, bego, technical support, arizona, delivery driver, prosthodontist, full arch, aox, smart denture conversion, milled dentures, nfl, steelers, football, european league, cut, sales, acquisitions, photogrammetry, public speaking, voices from the bench This week we bring 3 great conversation from the great Cal-Lab Association meeting that happened in February during Lab Day Chicago. First up is someone that has to put up with Elvis on a regular basis at Derby Dental Lab, Liam Johns. Liam talks about growing up with a technician father, becoming the removable manager at a young age, and how digital excites him for the future of dental technology.

Then we chat with two gentlemen from Wiand Dental Lab, Tom Wiand and Scott Lowrey. Tom tells the story of starting the lab in the early 90s, organically growing through the years, and keeping up with technology. Scott talks about going from selling burs to selling restorations 10 years ago. Now he does education, chairside support, and helps the lab succeed.

We wrap up the episode with former player for the Pittsburg Steelers, Matt Cushing. Once done, a buddy asked if he would do sales for his lab. Not knowing anything about teeth, it wasn't long before Matt found a passion for the industry and opened First Choice Dental Lab and is now (17 years later) a lab that has acquired other labs, grew to full service, and has a satellite lab in another state.

Don't miss this incredible webinar with Tanya Little, a dentist from beautiful Vancouver, Canada. We would like to invite you to a special webinar that she's hosting with Ivoclar and LMT on Wednesday, May 7th, titled "Reflections from a Denturist: 20 Years of Crafting Dentures!". In this program, she will review the incredible history of removables with Ivoclar and focus on the new and exciting evolution based print resin and of course, the PM7. Her goal is to provide you with several key takeaways that will allow you to work smarter and not harder. You can join on May 7th by registering at https://lmtmag.com/webinars/reflections-from-a-denturist-20-years-of-crafting-dentures

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: Liam Johns, Matt Cushing, Scott Lowrey , and Tom Wiand CDT.

]]> This week we bring 3 great conversation from the great Cal-Lab Association meeting that happened in February during Lab Day Chicago. First up is someone that has to put up with Elvis on a regular basis at Derby Dental Lab, Liam Johns. Liam talks about growing up with a technician father, becoming the removable manager at a young age, and how digital excites him for the future of dental technology.

Then we chat with two gentlemen from Wiand Dental Lab, Tom Wiand and Scott Lowrey. Tom tells the story of starting the lab in the early 90s, organically growing through the years, and keeping up with technology. Scott talks about going from selling burs to selling restorations 10 years ago. Now he does education, chairside support, and helps the lab succeed.

We wrap up the episode with former player for the Pittsburg Steelers, Matt Cushing. Once done, a buddy asked if he would do sales for his lab. Not knowing anything about teeth, it wasn't long before Matt found a passion for the industry and opened First Choice Dental Lab and is now (17 years later) a lab that has acquired other labs, grew to full service, and has a satellite lab in another state.

Don't miss this incredible webinar with Tanya Little, a dentist from beautiful Vancouver, Canada. We would like to invite you to a special webinar that she's hosting with Ivoclar and LMT on Wednesday, May 7th, titled "Reflections from a Denturist: 20 Years of Crafting Dentures!". In this program, she will review the incredible history of removables with Ivoclar and focus on the new and exciting evolution based print resin and of course, the PM7. Her goal is to provide you with several key takeaways that will allow you to work smarter and not harder. You can join on May 7th by registering at https://lmtmag.com/webinars/reflections-from-a-denturist-20-years-of-crafting-dentures

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: Liam Johns, Matt Cushing, Scott Lowrey , and Tom Wiand CDT.

]]> 357: Jim Thacker is Doing Things Differently at Utah Valley Dental Lab https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/357 3886cd45-9a3d-4993-8b59-d39891e143ff Mon, 27 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 357 Jim Thacker is Doing Things Differently at Utah Valley Dental Lab full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we meet ONE of the owners of Utah Valley Dental Lab, Jim Thacker. Jim talks about marrying into the dental lab, how they are known for high end esthetics that still does mostly hand waxing, and how they grew the business through referrals and continuing education. 1:04:43 no <h3>Make sure you visit <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a> at <a href="https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday" rel="nofollow noopener">LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025</a>. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&amp;B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk.</h3> <h3><a href="https://lmtmag.com/ivoclar" rel="nofollow noopener">Register today!</a></h3> <h3>Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!</h3> <p>Attend the 99th Annual <a href="https://cal-lab.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Cal-Lab Meeting</a> Feb 20 &amp; 21 at the Swissôtel in Chicago. (Connected to the Hyatt and Lab Day)<br> Elvis &amp; Barb will be *recording there Thursday night during the "Cocktail Hour" from 4:00 to 6:30 *<br> Register today: <a href="https://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting" rel="nofollow noopener">https://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting</a></p> <p>This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Jim Thacker, the owner of <a href="https://www.utahvalleydentallab.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Utah Valley Dental Lab</a>, who shared his inspiring journey from finance to dental lab ownership.</p> <p>Jim began his career in finance, working at Wells Fargo before marrying into a family that owned a dental lab. Initially brought in to handle the business side of things, Jim quickly became immersed in the world of dental aesthetics. Over the years, he has transformed Utah Valley Dental Lab from a small local lab into a thriving business with 123 employees, 40 of whom are also owners. This unique employee ownership model fosters a strong sense of collaboration and commitment among the staff, ensuring that everyone has a vested interest in the lab's success.</p> <p>One of the most fascinating aspects of Jim's approach is his focus on high-end aesthetics and the importance of peer referrals in growing the business. He emphasizes that there’s nothing more effective than word-of-mouth marketing in the dental industry. By building strong relationships with their clients, Jim and his team have established Utah Valley Dental Lab as a go-to resource for aesthetic and implant dentistry. He believes in the importance of kindness and fostering a culture where employees feel valued and invested in their work. Jim Thacker's insights into running a successful dental lab highlight the significance of employee ownership, relationship building, and a focus on aesthetics in the dental industry.</p> <h3>You are invited to <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>’s IPS e.max Panel Discussion Friday, February 22nd stating at 3:00 at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Our very own Barb Warner will be on stage with Jessica Birrell, Stephenie Goddard, Mike Roberts, Jed Archibald and Dr. Ken Malament as they dive into the world of e.max. After the panel discussion, Ivoclar will host a Happy Hour to commemorate this 20-year milestone. So, please join us by registering at Labday.com/Ivoclar.</h3> <hr> <h3>Make sure you visit <a href="https://www.aidite.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Aidite</a> at Booth E-26 during your visit at <a href="https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday" rel="nofollow noopener">LMT Lab Day Chicago</a>! They will be there showcasing their exciting new products and cutting-edge solutions in digital dentistry. Attendees can explore hands-on demonstrations of <a href="https://www.aidite.com/detail/materials/Biomic_Stain_Glaze_130_2.html" rel="nofollow noopener">Biomic stain &amp; glaze</a> techniques and some of their other innovative technologies. Aidite will also host engaging lectures in Grand Suite 2, East Tower, covering topics such as <a href="https://www.aidite.com/detail/materials/EZneer_113_2.html" rel="nofollow noopener">EZneer</a>, <a href="https://www.aidite.com/detail/materials/3D_Pro_Zir_111_2.html" rel="nofollow noopener">3D Pro-Zir,</a> Digital Dentures, and their <a href="https://www.aiditecloud.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Aidite Cloud design service</a>. Even before you go, you can stay updated by following <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/" rel="nofollow noopener">@AiditeNorthAmerica</a> on all social media platforms. Don’t miss the opportunity to see how Aidite is shaping the future of dental labs! Special Guest: Jim Thacker.</h3> dental, technician, laboratory, marriage, owners, utah, finance, culture, payroll, scheduling, journey, veneers, covid growth, hiring, training, hand waxing, impressions, relationship business, new doctors, posterior, designers, dso, employee owned, podcast, voices from the bench Make sure you visit Ivoclar at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk.

Register today!

Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!

Attend the 99th Annual Cal-Lab Meeting Feb 20 & 21 at the Swissôtel in Chicago. (Connected to the Hyatt and Lab Day)
Elvis & Barb will be *recording there Thursday night during the "Cocktail Hour" from 4:00 to 6:30 *
Register today: https://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting

This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Jim Thacker, the owner of Utah Valley Dental Lab, who shared his inspiring journey from finance to dental lab ownership.

Jim began his career in finance, working at Wells Fargo before marrying into a family that owned a dental lab. Initially brought in to handle the business side of things, Jim quickly became immersed in the world of dental aesthetics. Over the years, he has transformed Utah Valley Dental Lab from a small local lab into a thriving business with 123 employees, 40 of whom are also owners. This unique employee ownership model fosters a strong sense of collaboration and commitment among the staff, ensuring that everyone has a vested interest in the lab's success.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Jim's approach is his focus on high-end aesthetics and the importance of peer referrals in growing the business. He emphasizes that there’s nothing more effective than word-of-mouth marketing in the dental industry. By building strong relationships with their clients, Jim and his team have established Utah Valley Dental Lab as a go-to resource for aesthetic and implant dentistry. He believes in the importance of kindness and fostering a culture where employees feel valued and invested in their work. Jim Thacker's insights into running a successful dental lab highlight the significance of employee ownership, relationship building, and a focus on aesthetics in the dental industry.

You are invited to Ivoclar’s IPS e.max Panel Discussion Friday, February 22nd stating at 3:00 at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Our very own Barb Warner will be on stage with Jessica Birrell, Stephenie Goddard, Mike Roberts, Jed Archibald and Dr. Ken Malament as they dive into the world of e.max. After the panel discussion, Ivoclar will host a Happy Hour to commemorate this 20-year milestone. So, please join us by registering at Labday.com/Ivoclar.

Make sure you visit Aidite at Booth E-26 during your visit at LMT Lab Day Chicago! They will be there showcasing their exciting new products and cutting-edge solutions in digital dentistry. Attendees can explore hands-on demonstrations of Biomic stain & glaze techniques and some of their other innovative technologies. Aidite will also host engaging lectures in Grand Suite 2, East Tower, covering topics such as EZneer, 3D Pro-Zir, Digital Dentures, and their Aidite Cloud design service. Even before you go, you can stay updated by following @AiditeNorthAmerica on all social media platforms. Don’t miss the opportunity to see how Aidite is shaping the future of dental labs!

Special Guest: Jim Thacker.

]]> Make sure you visit Ivoclar at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk.

Register today!

Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!

Attend the 99th Annual Cal-Lab Meeting Feb 20 & 21 at the Swissôtel in Chicago. (Connected to the Hyatt and Lab Day)
Elvis & Barb will be *recording there Thursday night during the "Cocktail Hour" from 4:00 to 6:30 *
Register today: https://cal-lab.org/annual-meeting

This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Jim Thacker, the owner of Utah Valley Dental Lab, who shared his inspiring journey from finance to dental lab ownership.

Jim began his career in finance, working at Wells Fargo before marrying into a family that owned a dental lab. Initially brought in to handle the business side of things, Jim quickly became immersed in the world of dental aesthetics. Over the years, he has transformed Utah Valley Dental Lab from a small local lab into a thriving business with 123 employees, 40 of whom are also owners. This unique employee ownership model fosters a strong sense of collaboration and commitment among the staff, ensuring that everyone has a vested interest in the lab's success.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Jim's approach is his focus on high-end aesthetics and the importance of peer referrals in growing the business. He emphasizes that there’s nothing more effective than word-of-mouth marketing in the dental industry. By building strong relationships with their clients, Jim and his team have established Utah Valley Dental Lab as a go-to resource for aesthetic and implant dentistry. He believes in the importance of kindness and fostering a culture where employees feel valued and invested in their work. Jim Thacker's insights into running a successful dental lab highlight the significance of employee ownership, relationship building, and a focus on aesthetics in the dental industry.

You are invited to Ivoclar’s IPS e.max Panel Discussion Friday, February 22nd stating at 3:00 at LMT Lab Day in Chicago. Our very own Barb Warner will be on stage with Jessica Birrell, Stephenie Goddard, Mike Roberts, Jed Archibald and Dr. Ken Malament as they dive into the world of e.max. After the panel discussion, Ivoclar will host a Happy Hour to commemorate this 20-year milestone. So, please join us by registering at Labday.com/Ivoclar.

Make sure you visit Aidite at Booth E-26 during your visit at LMT Lab Day Chicago! They will be there showcasing their exciting new products and cutting-edge solutions in digital dentistry. Attendees can explore hands-on demonstrations of Biomic stain & glaze techniques and some of their other innovative technologies. Aidite will also host engaging lectures in Grand Suite 2, East Tower, covering topics such as EZneer, 3D Pro-Zir, Digital Dentures, and their Aidite Cloud design service. Even before you go, you can stay updated by following @AiditeNorthAmerica on all social media platforms. Don’t miss the opportunity to see how Aidite is shaping the future of dental labs!

Special Guest: Jim Thacker.

]]> 351: Swirling in a Vortex of Clinic and Lab with Dr. Danny Domingue https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/351 bf21bdb9-2221-49c2-a06f-b05a5853ac95 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 351 Swirling in a Vortex of Clinic and Lab with Dr. Danny Domingue full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we meet Dr. Danny Domingue, dentist and lab owner that talks about understanding the miscommunication between the two and how we can improve it. Dr. Domingue also talks about his way of giving back to dentistry with his invention of the Vortex screw. 1:01:37 no <p>Usually, dental technicians frown upon dentists that do their own work. I mean, we get it, but we still want to do the work for you. But some dentists go as far as turning it into a 15 person lab doing work for other dentists. That we can get behind, because at that point they are creating careers for dental technicians. Dr. Donny Domingue followed an uncle to become a dentist. Wanting to do more with implants, he did a residency in New York that allowed him to place many. Once he found his home again in Lafayette, LA, Dr. Domingue started working with labs for his implant restorations. He found that he needed to educate many labs on the proper way to make a custom abutment. That's when he started doing his own. It wasn't long before he was doing them for other dentist and opened <a href="https://www.ladentalimplantlab.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Louisiana Dental Implant Lab</a>. It was after training a bunch of engineers to be dental technician that Dr. Domingue developed the <a href="https://www.ladentalimplantlab.com/collections/vortex-screws/products/vortex%E2%84%A2-1-4mm-direct-to-mua-screw" rel="nofollow noopener">Vortex screw</a> to help him with his own full arch cases.</p> <p>Learn more about the Vortex screw:<br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxu5b6xOGmo" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxu5b6xOGmo</a><br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oMGXcDFUFU" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oMGXcDFUFU</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.coryglenn.org/product/advanced-guided-surgery-course-january-2025/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0A06G6U_wDcrar5vjrl_7Hy3Y0n1ui2SrgpAhubyzBWRpywS30gc_ESVg_aem_HZtIXz5MbfnvnPw-ZVfHBw" rel="nofollow noopener">Advanced Guided Surgery Course – January 2025 with Dr. Danny Domingue and Cory Glenn</a></p> <h3>Make sure you visit <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a> at <a href="https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday" rel="nofollow noopener">LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025</a>. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&amp;B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk. They have a killer line up of speakers including:</h3> <h3>Mariano Maurizi</h3> <h3>Lee Culp</h3> <h3>Dr. Shashikant Singhal</h3> <h3>Don Yancey</h3> <h3>Jed Archibald</h3> <h3>Benjamin Gebhardt</h3> <h3>Tanya Little</h3> <h3>Aaron Johnson</h3> <h3>Jenelle Tabaković</h3> <h3>Patrick Coon</h3> <h3>John Wilson</h3> <h3>Luke LaRocque-Walker</h3> <h3>Paul Imperius</h3> <h3>Jonny "exocad" Jakson</h3> <h3>Yuki Momma</h3> <h3>Dr. Ken Malament</h3> <h3>Stephenie Goddard</h3> <h3>Jessica Love</h3> <h3>Dr. George Tysowsky</h3> <h3>Michael Roberts</h3> <h3>Barbara Warner!</h3> <h3><a href="https://lmtmag.com/ivoclar" rel="nofollow noopener">Register today!</a></h3> <h3>Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!</h3> <p>Special Guest: Dr. Daniel Domingue.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, general dentist, mission trip, karinia, residency, associate, uncle, 3shape, custom abutment, frustration, miscommunication, preferences, hiring, training, engineering, vortex, exocad, hyperdent, 510k, milling parameters, libraries, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, math, angled driver, aim screw, scan body, producibility, family, surgical guide, blue sky bio, fiducial marker, miyo, cal-lab, podcast, voices from the bench Usually, dental technicians frown upon dentists that do their own work. I mean, we get it, but we still want to do the work for you. But some dentists go as far as turning it into a 15 person lab doing work for other dentists. That we can get behind, because at that point they are creating careers for dental technicians. Dr. Donny Domingue followed an uncle to become a dentist. Wanting to do more with implants, he did a residency in New York that allowed him to place many. Once he found his home again in Lafayette, LA, Dr. Domingue started working with labs for his implant restorations. He found that he needed to educate many labs on the proper way to make a custom abutment. That's when he started doing his own. It wasn't long before he was doing them for other dentist and opened Louisiana Dental Implant Lab. It was after training a bunch of engineers to be dental technician that Dr. Domingue developed the Vortex screw to help him with his own full arch cases.

Learn more about the Vortex screw:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxu5b6xOGmo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oMGXcDFUFU

Advanced Guided Surgery Course – January 2025 with Dr. Danny Domingue and Cory Glenn

Make sure you visit Ivoclar at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk. They have a killer line up of speakers including:

Mariano Maurizi

Lee Culp

Dr. Shashikant Singhal

Don Yancey

Jed Archibald

Benjamin Gebhardt

Tanya Little

Aaron Johnson

Jenelle Tabaković

Patrick Coon

John Wilson

Luke LaRocque-Walker

Paul Imperius

Jonny "exocad" Jakson

Yuki Momma

Dr. Ken Malament

Stephenie Goddard

Jessica Love

Dr. George Tysowsky

Michael Roberts

Barbara Warner!

Register today!

Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!

Special Guest: Dr. Daniel Domingue.

]]> Usually, dental technicians frown upon dentists that do their own work. I mean, we get it, but we still want to do the work for you. But some dentists go as far as turning it into a 15 person lab doing work for other dentists. That we can get behind, because at that point they are creating careers for dental technicians. Dr. Donny Domingue followed an uncle to become a dentist. Wanting to do more with implants, he did a residency in New York that allowed him to place many. Once he found his home again in Lafayette, LA, Dr. Domingue started working with labs for his implant restorations. He found that he needed to educate many labs on the proper way to make a custom abutment. That's when he started doing his own. It wasn't long before he was doing them for other dentist and opened Louisiana Dental Implant Lab. It was after training a bunch of engineers to be dental technician that Dr. Domingue developed the Vortex screw to help him with his own full arch cases.

Learn more about the Vortex screw:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxu5b6xOGmo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oMGXcDFUFU

Advanced Guided Surgery Course – January 2025 with Dr. Danny Domingue and Cory Glenn

Make sure you visit Ivoclar at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025. Ivoclar will be in their usual spot at Grand Ballroom A&B in the East Tower, on the Gold Level. Right across from the registration desk. They have a killer line up of speakers including:

Mariano Maurizi

Lee Culp

Dr. Shashikant Singhal

Don Yancey

Jed Archibald

Benjamin Gebhardt

Tanya Little

Aaron Johnson

Jenelle Tabaković

Patrick Coon

John Wilson

Luke LaRocque-Walker

Paul Imperius

Jonny "exocad" Jakson

Yuki Momma

Dr. Ken Malament

Stephenie Goddard

Jessica Love

Dr. George Tysowsky

Michael Roberts

Barbara Warner!

Register today!

Make sure you come see VOICES FROM THE BENCH recording from the Ballroom all weekend!

Special Guest: Dr. Daniel Domingue.

]]> 344: Stephenie Who? with Stephenie Goddard the CEO of Glidewell Laboratories https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/344 e3960f9b-934a-4920-ac2c-de6d2a758d7d Mon, 28 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 344 Stephenie Who? with Stephenie Goddard the CEO of Glidewell Laboratories full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we get to meet the person that took over as CEO of Glidewell Laboratories 3 years ago, Stephenie Goddard. Stephenie talks about her 18 year history with the company, helping them grow in technicians and technology, and creating their leadership program that has allowed the lab to scale to the size it is today. 1:02:11 no <h3>Come find Elvis and Barb in 2025!</h3> <p><a href="https://www.nadl.org/vision-21" rel="nofollow noopener">Vision 21 at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas - January 16-18</a><br> <a href="https://cal-lab.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Cal Lab Meeting at the Swissôtel in Chicago February 20-21</a><br> <a href="https://cal-lab.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">LMT Lab Day Chicago in the IVOCLAR BALLROOM - February 20-22</a><br> <a href="https://www.english.ids-cologne.de/?_gl=1*10atn6b*_ga*NzI2NTMzNjguMTcyOTQ0NDMzMA..*_ga_F5WGQ8B9S7*MTcyOTk4ODM5Ny4zLjEuMTcyOTk4ODg5Mi42MC4wLjA." rel="nofollow noopener">IDS 2025 in the EXOCAD booth in Cologne, Germany - March 25-29</a></p> <p>If there is one dental lab in the United States that probably every single dentist in the US has heard of (and probably used at least once), it's <a href="https://glidewelldental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Glidewell Dental Labs</a> in Newport Beach, California. For over 50 years, it has been run by the guy with his name on the building, but about 3 years ago, a new CEO was announced and everyone said Stephenie who? This week we get to know <strong>Stephenie Goddard</strong> and her history with Glidewell. Starting 18 years ago to run their HR department, she has seen Glidewell go from 1,100 employees to 5,000. She has seen the technology explode and the industry changing Bruxzir enter the field. Just wait until she talks about how she found out that she was going to be the CEO. Stephenie talks about the importance of culture, leadership training, and making sure she doesn't spend too much time "sweating the small stuff".</p> <h3>Listen to John Wilson from <a href="https://www.sunrisedentallaboratory.com/index.php" rel="nofollow noopener">Sunrise Dental Lab</a> and take your own lab to the next level by getting in on some of <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/campaigns/ivoclar-equipment-promotions-2024?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=content_tile&amp;utm_campaign=equipment_promo" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar's End of the Year deals</a> on equipment. If you are looking for your first or looking to expand your capabilities, <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a> has just what you need at a time where it's best to invest. Head over to Ivolcar.com or contact your local rep for all the deals today. Don't let the new year come thinking you should have bettered your lab.</h3> <p>Special Guest: Stephenie Goddard.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, CEO, model room finance, banks, human resources, medical manufacturing, eduction, hiring, leadership development, culture shock, office, fds, 510k, training cdt, wwjgd, respect the vision, who, introvert, christmas party, chinese new year, celebrate cultures, bruxzir, radiant, fusion, podcast, voices from the bench Come find Elvis and Barb in 2025!

Vision 21 at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas - January 16-18
Cal Lab Meeting at the Swissôtel in Chicago February 20-21
LMT Lab Day Chicago in the IVOCLAR BALLROOM - February 20-22
IDS 2025 in the EXOCAD booth in Cologne, Germany - March 25-29

If there is one dental lab in the United States that probably every single dentist in the US has heard of (and probably used at least once), it's Glidewell Dental Labs in Newport Beach, California. For over 50 years, it has been run by the guy with his name on the building, but about 3 years ago, a new CEO was announced and everyone said Stephenie who? This week we get to know Stephenie Goddard and her history with Glidewell. Starting 18 years ago to run their HR department, she has seen Glidewell go from 1,100 employees to 5,000. She has seen the technology explode and the industry changing Bruxzir enter the field. Just wait until she talks about how she found out that she was going to be the CEO. Stephenie talks about the importance of culture, leadership training, and making sure she doesn't spend too much time "sweating the small stuff".

Listen to John Wilson from Sunrise Dental Lab and take your own lab to the next level by getting in on some of Ivoclar's End of the Year deals on equipment. If you are looking for your first or looking to expand your capabilities, Ivoclar has just what you need at a time where it's best to invest. Head over to Ivolcar.com or contact your local rep for all the deals today. Don't let the new year come thinking you should have bettered your lab.

Special Guest: Stephenie Goddard.

]]> Come find Elvis and Barb in 2025!

Vision 21 at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas - January 16-18
Cal Lab Meeting at the Swissôtel in Chicago February 20-21
LMT Lab Day Chicago in the IVOCLAR BALLROOM - February 20-22
IDS 2025 in the EXOCAD booth in Cologne, Germany - March 25-29

If there is one dental lab in the United States that probably every single dentist in the US has heard of (and probably used at least once), it's Glidewell Dental Labs in Newport Beach, California. For over 50 years, it has been run by the guy with his name on the building, but about 3 years ago, a new CEO was announced and everyone said Stephenie who? This week we get to know Stephenie Goddard and her history with Glidewell. Starting 18 years ago to run their HR department, she has seen Glidewell go from 1,100 employees to 5,000. She has seen the technology explode and the industry changing Bruxzir enter the field. Just wait until she talks about how she found out that she was going to be the CEO. Stephenie talks about the importance of culture, leadership training, and making sure she doesn't spend too much time "sweating the small stuff".

Listen to John Wilson from Sunrise Dental Lab and take your own lab to the next level by getting in on some of Ivoclar's End of the Year deals on equipment. If you are looking for your first or looking to expand your capabilities, Ivoclar has just what you need at a time where it's best to invest. Head over to Ivolcar.com or contact your local rep for all the deals today. Don't let the new year come thinking you should have bettered your lab.

Special Guest: Stephenie Goddard.

]]> 296: Igniting The Fire In Your Belly with Marina Caponigro https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/296 7f0854d6-eeed-4cd6-9075-ecf5f6df555b Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 296 Igniting The Fire In Your Belly with Marina Caponigro full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we talk to the ever-enthusiastic Marina Caponigro from the Smileology Group Dental Lab. Marina talks about coming to America, learning chairside and lab work, her passion for teaching others, and opening her own lab to help other labs. 1:11:42 no <p>When someone in the industry seems to spend more time teaching others than working on their own work, we want to learn more. Elvis had the opportunity to take a 2 day hands-on course about pink layering on full arch zirconia and PMMA. The teacher was the wonderful <a href="https://www.facebook.com/marina.ya.7" rel="nofollow noopener">Marina Caponigro</a>. Of course, we had to have her on the podcast to learn about the technician behind the "fire in the belly". Marina talks about coming to America from the Ukraine to marry and work with a Prosthodontist, learning to do full arch restorations and perfecting the pink layering of composites and stains. It wasn't long before she was encouraged to teach others and travels the country teaching both technicians and clinical staff. Wanting to do more for others, Marina and her daughter opened the Smileology Group Dental Lab specializing in helping other labs create beautiful full arch restorations. </p> <h3>Are you in the market for top-notch digital equipment, such as mills, scanners, or furnaces? Well, the time to act is NOW! <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>, has introduced unbeatable rates exclusively for customers in North America.</h3> <h3>Ivoclar has made it easier for you to invest in cutting-edge digital equipment with lower-than-prime interest rates. Whether you're looking to upgrade your <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/digital-equipment/programill-dry" rel="nofollow noopener">milling capabilities</a>, enhance your <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/digital-equipment/prograscan-ps7-lab-scanner" rel="nofollow noopener">scanning technology</a>, or optimize your <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/equipment/programat-ceramic-furnaces" rel="nofollow noopener">furnace performance</a>, Ivoclar Digital has you covered.</h3> <h3>To take advantage of this offer, the dedicated Digital Specialists at Ivoclar are ready to assist you. For details on how to get in touch, visit Voicesfromthebench.com and the Ivoclar tab to find all the information you need to get started.</h3> <hr> <h3>Whether you are looking to elevate your craftsmanship or looking to cut back costs, look no further – <a href="https://vitanorthamerica.com/en-US/VITA-MFT-Anterior-369,273,126133.html" rel="nofollow noopener">VITA MFT Teeth</a> are the ultimate solution for creating lifelike and stunning smiles.</h3> <h3>Crafted with precision and backed by cutting-edge technology, VITA MFT Teeth offers unparalleled esthetics and durability. And since <a href="https://vitanorthamerica.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">VITA</a> believes in the power of experiencing excellence firsthand, for a limited time only, they’re offering you the chance to get a complimentary case sample. That’s right, a full case, absolutely free. Just visit <a href="https://www2.vitanorthamerica.com/mft/" rel="nofollow noopener">vitanorthamerica.com/freemft</a></h3> <h3>Don’t wait any longer to start providing your customers with a premium tooth at an economy price. Redeem your free case sample and if you’re ready to buy, VITA will even give you an extra 10% discount by shopping online on their newly launched online store.</h3> <h3>Join the VITA family today.</h3> <hr> <h3><a href="https://www.gc.dental/america/products/laboratory/porcelain-systems/gc-initial-lisi-press" rel="nofollow noopener">GC Initial® LiSi Press</a> is the first lithium disilicate ceramic ingot with High Density Micronization (HDM), a technology unique to GC that provides exceptional physical properties and the most natural, life-like aesthetics. HDM uses equally dispersed lithium disilicate micro-crystals to fill the entire glass matrix rather than using traditional larger size crystals that do not take full advantage of the matrix structure. The result is the ultimate combination of strength and aesthetics, making GC Initial® LiSi Press perfectly suitable for all types of restorations through all levels of transparency. Most importantly, HDM technology helps ensure the product remains extremely stable, without distortion or drop in value, even after multiple firings. For more information call <a href="https://www.gc.dental/america/" rel="nofollow noopener">GC America</a> at 800-323-0763 or visit gcamerica.com</h3> <hr> <h3>Have you ever wanted to learn exocad? Do you find learning new design software overwhelming or just too costly because you have to go to a weekend course. Even if you have never used design any software before, we have the perfect solution for you to begin your exocad journey. Head over to the<a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"> Institute of Digital Dentistry</a> and select the “<a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/live-courses/mastering-exocad-online-course-training/" rel="nofollow noopener">Mastering Exocad Course</a>”.</h3> <h3>Broken down to three segments, the amazing Marjorie will take you through Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced courses leaving you with the confidence to tackle most cases coming into your lab. I personally am going through all 70 lessons and find it one of the most thorough courses you can take at your own pace.</h3> <h3>And for being a listener of the podcast, if you enter code <strong>VOICES</strong> when checking out they will take an additional 10% off any course they offer…. And they offer a ton of content for labs and clinics.</h3> <p>Special Guest: Marina Caponigro.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, ukraine, elementary school teacher, dental assistant, multitasking, traveling, cooking, meatballs, GC America, Anax USA, Aidite, teaching, courses, hiring, sin dental, food, podcast, voices from the bench When someone in the industry seems to spend more time teaching others than working on their own work, we want to learn more. Elvis had the opportunity to take a 2 day hands-on course about pink layering on full arch zirconia and PMMA. The teacher was the wonderful Marina Caponigro. Of course, we had to have her on the podcast to learn about the technician behind the "fire in the belly". Marina talks about coming to America from the Ukraine to marry and work with a Prosthodontist, learning to do full arch restorations and perfecting the pink layering of composites and stains. It wasn't long before she was encouraged to teach others and travels the country teaching both technicians and clinical staff. Wanting to do more for others, Marina and her daughter opened the Smileology Group Dental Lab specializing in helping other labs create beautiful full arch restorations.

Are you in the market for top-notch digital equipment, such as mills, scanners, or furnaces? Well, the time to act is NOW! Ivoclar, has introduced unbeatable rates exclusively for customers in North America.

Ivoclar has made it easier for you to invest in cutting-edge digital equipment with lower-than-prime interest rates. Whether you're looking to upgrade your milling capabilities, enhance your scanning technology, or optimize your furnace performance, Ivoclar Digital has you covered.

To take advantage of this offer, the dedicated Digital Specialists at Ivoclar are ready to assist you. For details on how to get in touch, visit Voicesfromthebench.com and the Ivoclar tab to find all the information you need to get started.

Whether you are looking to elevate your craftsmanship or looking to cut back costs, look no further – VITA MFT Teeth are the ultimate solution for creating lifelike and stunning smiles.

Crafted with precision and backed by cutting-edge technology, VITA MFT Teeth offers unparalleled esthetics and durability. And since VITA believes in the power of experiencing excellence firsthand, for a limited time only, they’re offering you the chance to get a complimentary case sample. That’s right, a full case, absolutely free. Just visit vitanorthamerica.com/freemft

Don’t wait any longer to start providing your customers with a premium tooth at an economy price. Redeem your free case sample and if you’re ready to buy, VITA will even give you an extra 10% discount by shopping online on their newly launched online store.

Join the VITA family today.

GC Initial® LiSi Press is the first lithium disilicate ceramic ingot with High Density Micronization (HDM), a technology unique to GC that provides exceptional physical properties and the most natural, life-like aesthetics. HDM uses equally dispersed lithium disilicate micro-crystals to fill the entire glass matrix rather than using traditional larger size crystals that do not take full advantage of the matrix structure. The result is the ultimate combination of strength and aesthetics, making GC Initial® LiSi Press perfectly suitable for all types of restorations through all levels of transparency. Most importantly, HDM technology helps ensure the product remains extremely stable, without distortion or drop in value, even after multiple firings. For more information call GC America at 800-323-0763 or visit gcamerica.com

Have you ever wanted to learn exocad? Do you find learning new design software overwhelming or just too costly because you have to go to a weekend course. Even if you have never used design any software before, we have the perfect solution for you to begin your exocad journey. Head over to the Institute of Digital Dentistry and select the “Mastering Exocad Course”.

Broken down to three segments, the amazing Marjorie will take you through Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced courses leaving you with the confidence to tackle most cases coming into your lab. I personally am going through all 70 lessons and find it one of the most thorough courses you can take at your own pace.

And for being a listener of the podcast, if you enter code VOICES when checking out they will take an additional 10% off any course they offer…. And they offer a ton of content for labs and clinics.

Special Guest: Marina Caponigro.

]]> When someone in the industry seems to spend more time teaching others than working on their own work, we want to learn more. Elvis had the opportunity to take a 2 day hands-on course about pink layering on full arch zirconia and PMMA. The teacher was the wonderful Marina Caponigro. Of course, we had to have her on the podcast to learn about the technician behind the "fire in the belly". Marina talks about coming to America from the Ukraine to marry and work with a Prosthodontist, learning to do full arch restorations and perfecting the pink layering of composites and stains. It wasn't long before she was encouraged to teach others and travels the country teaching both technicians and clinical staff. Wanting to do more for others, Marina and her daughter opened the Smileology Group Dental Lab specializing in helping other labs create beautiful full arch restorations.

Are you in the market for top-notch digital equipment, such as mills, scanners, or furnaces? Well, the time to act is NOW! Ivoclar, has introduced unbeatable rates exclusively for customers in North America.

Ivoclar has made it easier for you to invest in cutting-edge digital equipment with lower-than-prime interest rates. Whether you're looking to upgrade your milling capabilities, enhance your scanning technology, or optimize your furnace performance, Ivoclar Digital has you covered.

To take advantage of this offer, the dedicated Digital Specialists at Ivoclar are ready to assist you. For details on how to get in touch, visit Voicesfromthebench.com and the Ivoclar tab to find all the information you need to get started.

Whether you are looking to elevate your craftsmanship or looking to cut back costs, look no further – VITA MFT Teeth are the ultimate solution for creating lifelike and stunning smiles.

Crafted with precision and backed by cutting-edge technology, VITA MFT Teeth offers unparalleled esthetics and durability. And since VITA believes in the power of experiencing excellence firsthand, for a limited time only, they’re offering you the chance to get a complimentary case sample. That’s right, a full case, absolutely free. Just visit vitanorthamerica.com/freemft

Don’t wait any longer to start providing your customers with a premium tooth at an economy price. Redeem your free case sample and if you’re ready to buy, VITA will even give you an extra 10% discount by shopping online on their newly launched online store.

Join the VITA family today.

GC Initial® LiSi Press is the first lithium disilicate ceramic ingot with High Density Micronization (HDM), a technology unique to GC that provides exceptional physical properties and the most natural, life-like aesthetics. HDM uses equally dispersed lithium disilicate micro-crystals to fill the entire glass matrix rather than using traditional larger size crystals that do not take full advantage of the matrix structure. The result is the ultimate combination of strength and aesthetics, making GC Initial® LiSi Press perfectly suitable for all types of restorations through all levels of transparency. Most importantly, HDM technology helps ensure the product remains extremely stable, without distortion or drop in value, even after multiple firings. For more information call GC America at 800-323-0763 or visit gcamerica.com

Have you ever wanted to learn exocad? Do you find learning new design software overwhelming or just too costly because you have to go to a weekend course. Even if you have never used design any software before, we have the perfect solution for you to begin your exocad journey. Head over to the Institute of Digital Dentistry and select the “Mastering Exocad Course”.

Broken down to three segments, the amazing Marjorie will take you through Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced courses leaving you with the confidence to tackle most cases coming into your lab. I personally am going through all 70 lessons and find it one of the most thorough courses you can take at your own pace.

And for being a listener of the podcast, if you enter code VOICES when checking out they will take an additional 10% off any course they offer…. And they offer a ton of content for labs and clinics.

Special Guest: Marina Caponigro.

]]> 193: Straight From the Mouth of Dandy with Kenn Butler https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/193 25b95952-28a7-4411-9a56-34d9cae5190a Mon, 06 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 193 Straight From the Mouth of Dandy with Kenn Butler full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner This week we talk to Kenn Butler who is the Head of R&D at Dandy. Dandy is a company that has caused disruption to the dental lab industry and Kenn comes on to talk about the what, why, and how of Dandy. 1:04:48 no <p>In every industry, when a company that come into it that disrupts the usual way of doing things, people start to talk. Rumors go around and misinformation grows. This week we welcome the Head of R &amp; D at <a href="https://www.meetdandy.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"> Dandy</a>, Kenn Butler. Kenn hears all the talk online and at dental shows about Dandy and being a fan of the podcast, Kenn agreed to come on and talk about how and why Dandy came to be, what they have learned along the way, and he answers some of the rumors that have spread over the last few months.</p> <h3>Did you know that most inLab MCX5 users that have ordered burs from Gro3X once, keep on ordering Gro3X burs over and over again? Because <a href="https://www.gro3x.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Gro3X</a> burs are engineered by some of the folks who have been providing burs to some of the largest US production labs for years.</h3> <h3>Did you also know, that most Roland and DGShape users have no idea what they are missing out?</h3> <h3>To give Roland and DGSHAPE users the opportunity to find out for themselves how good Gro3X burs work also for their machines, Gro3X is now offering a BUY 3, GET 2 BURS FREE special. This is exclusively for Voices From The Bench listeners.</h3> <h3>Simply go to the Gro3X website at <a href="https://www.gro3x.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">gro3x.com</a> click on<a href="https://www.gro3x.com/collections/mill" rel="nofollow noopener"> burs</a>, then select Roland &amp; DGSHAPE. Add five burs of your choice to your cart, click on CHECK-OUT, enter discount code <strong>B3G2Burs</strong> and check out.</h3> <hr> <h3><a href="https://whipmix.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Whip Mix</a> is pleased to add V<a href="https://whipmix.com/products/vericast-generative-resin/" rel="nofollow noopener">eriCast OS</a>, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.</h3> <h3>It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.</h3> <h3>Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix <a href="https://whipmix.com/products/resinvest-investment/" rel="nofollow noopener">ResinVest</a>, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.</h3> <h3>Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.</h3> <h3>Special Guest: Kenn Butler.</h3> dental, technician, laboratory, Trios, partnerships, designers, intraoral scanners, zirconia, Katana, Ivoclar Prime, hiring, work from home, podcast, voices from the bench In every industry, when a company that come into it that disrupts the usual way of doing things, people start to talk. Rumors go around and misinformation grows. This week we welcome the Head of R & D at Dandy, Kenn Butler. Kenn hears all the talk online and at dental shows about Dandy and being a fan of the podcast, Kenn agreed to come on and talk about how and why Dandy came to be, what they have learned along the way, and he answers some of the rumors that have spread over the last few months.

Did you know that most inLab MCX5 users that have ordered burs from Gro3X once, keep on ordering Gro3X burs over and over again? Because Gro3X burs are engineered by some of the folks who have been providing burs to some of the largest US production labs for years.

Did you also know, that most Roland and DGShape users have no idea what they are missing out?

To give Roland and DGSHAPE users the opportunity to find out for themselves how good Gro3X burs work also for their machines, Gro3X is now offering a BUY 3, GET 2 BURS FREE special. This is exclusively for Voices From The Bench listeners.

Simply go to the Gro3X website at gro3x.com click on burs, then select Roland & DGSHAPE. Add five burs of your choice to your cart, click on CHECK-OUT, enter discount code B3G2Burs and check out.

Whip Mix is pleased to add VeriCast OS, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.

It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.

Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix ResinVest, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.

Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.

Special Guest: Kenn Butler.

]]> In every industry, when a company that come into it that disrupts the usual way of doing things, people start to talk. Rumors go around and misinformation grows. This week we welcome the Head of R & D at Dandy, Kenn Butler. Kenn hears all the talk online and at dental shows about Dandy and being a fan of the podcast, Kenn agreed to come on and talk about how and why Dandy came to be, what they have learned along the way, and he answers some of the rumors that have spread over the last few months.

Did you know that most inLab MCX5 users that have ordered burs from Gro3X once, keep on ordering Gro3X burs over and over again? Because Gro3X burs are engineered by some of the folks who have been providing burs to some of the largest US production labs for years.

Did you also know, that most Roland and DGShape users have no idea what they are missing out?

To give Roland and DGSHAPE users the opportunity to find out for themselves how good Gro3X burs work also for their machines, Gro3X is now offering a BUY 3, GET 2 BURS FREE special. This is exclusively for Voices From The Bench listeners.

Simply go to the Gro3X website at gro3x.com click on burs, then select Roland & DGSHAPE. Add five burs of your choice to your cart, click on CHECK-OUT, enter discount code B3G2Burs and check out.

Whip Mix is pleased to add VeriCast OS, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.

It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.

Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix ResinVest, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.

Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.

Special Guest: Kenn Butler.

]]> 184: Connecting Technicians and Labs with Andy Foster https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/184 fe60095b-498a-443f-b6d0-7529f898cef0 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 184 Connecting Technicians and Labs with Andy Foster full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner Why is it so hard for good labs to find good technicians? Why is it hard for technicians to find good labs? One man is on a mission to change that. Andy Foster talks about creating a website dedicated to dental technicians and dental laboratories finding each other. 58:55 no <p>Every lab is looking for technicians. We all know about the lack of talent in the employee pool. What can we do about it? One man outside of London is attempting to help technicians and labs "hook up". Andy Foster comes on the podcast to talk about running his one person lab while at the same time running his website <a href="https://recruit4technicians.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">recruit4technicians.com</a>. This site is dedicated to our industry. If you are a technician looking for a career or are a lab looking for your next employee, this is an ideal place to post. Andy also talks about some interesting things he has noticed in our industry, some great ideas for labs when looking, and also some great ideas for technicians when looking for their next "home away from home". Great stuff for everyone in our industry.</p> <p><a href="https://recruit4technicians.com/blog/" rel="nofollow noopener">Check out Andy's Blog for more great resources for both the lab and the technicians. </a></p> <h3><a href="https://whipmix.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Whip Mix</a> is pleased to add V<a href="https://whipmix.com/products/vericast-generative-resin/" rel="nofollow noopener">eriCast OS</a>, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.</h3> <h3>It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.</h3> <h3>Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix <a href="https://whipmix.com/products/resinvest-investment/" rel="nofollow noopener">ResinVest</a>, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.</h3> <h3>Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.</h3> <hr> <h3><a href="https://www.gro3x.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Gro3X</a> is a dental supply, service and marketing company that was founded by Norbert Ulmer and their goal is to help dental labs, and especially small labs to lower their cost for supplies, provide business opportunities, and generate growth.</h3> <h3>Attend their upcoming <a href="https://www.gro3x.com/collections/family/products/gro3x-gem-talks" rel="nofollow noopener">Gro3X Gem Talks on November 5th in Charlotte, NC</a>. Gro3X Gem Talks is an all day marketing symposium in Ted-Talk style featuring some 10+ lab speakers as they share their most relevant and practical marketing techniques.</h3> <h3>We will hear from Sasha der Avanessian from <a href="https://harvestdental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Harvest Dental</a>, Anne Kelzer from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/AMK-Dental-Lab/100028120884702/" rel="nofollow noopener">AMK Dental Lab</a>, Frankie Acosta from <a href="https://www.aadentaldesign.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">AA Dental Design</a> and Ricki Braswell from <a href="https://www.transitionbeyond.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Beyond Coaching</a> and former Co-Executive Director of the NADL. All of them will talk about real marketing as it is done in their own labs and businesses every day.</h3> <h3>Register now at gro3x.com to take advantage of their early bird special of only $95.</h3> <h3>Enter discount code <strong>VFTB</strong> for Voices from The Bench and receive an extra 10% discount, just because you listen to this Podcast.</h3> <hr> <h3>Have you seen the high prices of precious metal these days? They are close to record highs on gold and palladium. With those high precious metal prices, you are paying a high cost for your alloys. We know that you are using less Precious metal in your lab these days, but if you send in half of what you sent in 5 years ago ,your scrap return will be higher than it was 5 years ago ,because of the high PM prices . You owe it to yourself to find a trusted, reputable refining company.</h3> <h3>Look no further! <a href="https://www.kulzerus.com/en_us/en_us/heraeuspreciousmetalsrefining/scraprefining.aspx" rel="nofollow noopener">Kulzer refining</a> has been tested, trusted and reputable for over 100 years. They burn, melt and assay all under one roof at their state-of-the-art refining facility in Wartburg Tennessee. They have doubled their production capacity to ensure your scrap return within 2 weeks.</h3> <h3>With all the non-precious material that has become present in today’s restorations it is important that we ensure the assay sample is homogenous. At <a href="https://www.kulzerus.com/en_us/en_us/home_9/home.aspx" rel="nofollow noopener">Kulzer</a>, they take the extra step to X-ray the top and bottom after they melt the bar to make sure the precious metal percentages--- are the same. If not, copper is added until they are positive the bar is homogeneous. We know this step is very important to get a precise assay result.</h3> <h3>Their reimbursement to the customer is after our 10% refining fee. They have zero additional fees. If you need any free shipping containers, which contain a UPS prepaid, full insured label, please visit mydental360.com/refining or call the Director of Precious Metal Refining, Tony Circelli, directly at (914) 906-1843.</h3> <p>Special Guest: Andy Foster.</p> dental, technician, laboratory, denturist, hiring, job seeking, employment, indeed, monster, job posting, facebook, resume, podcast, voices from the bench Every lab is looking for technicians. We all know about the lack of talent in the employee pool. What can we do about it? One man outside of London is attempting to help technicians and labs "hook up". Andy Foster comes on the podcast to talk about running his one person lab while at the same time running his website recruit4technicians.com. This site is dedicated to our industry. If you are a technician looking for a career or are a lab looking for your next employee, this is an ideal place to post. Andy also talks about some interesting things he has noticed in our industry, some great ideas for labs when looking, and also some great ideas for technicians when looking for their next "home away from home". Great stuff for everyone in our industry.

Check out Andy's Blog for more great resources for both the lab and the technicians.

Whip Mix is pleased to add VeriCast OS, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.

It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.

Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix ResinVest, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.

Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.

Gro3X is a dental supply, service and marketing company that was founded by Norbert Ulmer and their goal is to help dental labs, and especially small labs to lower their cost for supplies, provide business opportunities, and generate growth.

Attend their upcoming Gro3X Gem Talks on November 5th in Charlotte, NC. Gro3X Gem Talks is an all day marketing symposium in Ted-Talk style featuring some 10+ lab speakers as they share their most relevant and practical marketing techniques.

We will hear from Sasha der Avanessian from Harvest Dental, Anne Kelzer from AMK Dental Lab, Frankie Acosta from AA Dental Design and Ricki Braswell from Beyond Coaching and former Co-Executive Director of the NADL. All of them will talk about real marketing as it is done in their own labs and businesses every day.

Register now at gro3x.com to take advantage of their early bird special of only $95.

Enter discount code VFTB for Voices from The Bench and receive an extra 10% discount, just because you listen to this Podcast.

Have you seen the high prices of precious metal these days? They are close to record highs on gold and palladium. With those high precious metal prices, you are paying a high cost for your alloys. We know that you are using less Precious metal in your lab these days, but if you send in half of what you sent in 5 years ago ,your scrap return will be higher than it was 5 years ago ,because of the high PM prices . You owe it to yourself to find a trusted, reputable refining company.

Look no further! Kulzer refining has been tested, trusted and reputable for over 100 years. They burn, melt and assay all under one roof at their state-of-the-art refining facility in Wartburg Tennessee. They have doubled their production capacity to ensure your scrap return within 2 weeks.

With all the non-precious material that has become present in today’s restorations it is important that we ensure the assay sample is homogenous. At Kulzer, they take the extra step to X-ray the top and bottom after they melt the bar to make sure the precious metal percentages--- are the same. If not, copper is added until they are positive the bar is homogeneous. We know this step is very important to get a precise assay result.

Their reimbursement to the customer is after our 10% refining fee. They have zero additional fees. If you need any free shipping containers, which contain a UPS prepaid, full insured label, please visit mydental360.com/refining or call the Director of Precious Metal Refining, Tony Circelli, directly at (914) 906-1843.

Special Guest: Andy Foster.

]]> Every lab is looking for technicians. We all know about the lack of talent in the employee pool. What can we do about it? One man outside of London is attempting to help technicians and labs "hook up". Andy Foster comes on the podcast to talk about running his one person lab while at the same time running his website recruit4technicians.com. This site is dedicated to our industry. If you are a technician looking for a career or are a lab looking for your next employee, this is an ideal place to post. Andy also talks about some interesting things he has noticed in our industry, some great ideas for labs when looking, and also some great ideas for technicians when looking for their next "home away from home". Great stuff for everyone in our industry.

Check out Andy's Blog for more great resources for both the lab and the technicians.

Whip Mix is pleased to add VeriCast OS, a burnout pattern print resin, to Whip Mix’s growing Veri Brand Resin offering. VeriCast OS works with LCD and DLP printers in both 385 and 405 nanometer wavelengths.

It prints accurate and detailed crowns, bridges, substructures, and RPD frameworks, is durable, and leaves no ash or residue.

Since it burns out cleanly, VeriCast OS is ideal for investment casting and ceramic pressing. For optimal results, we recommend Whip Mix ResinVest, which is a phosphate investment made specifically for burning out printed or milled resin patterns.

Visit whipmix.com to learn more about VeriCast OS or any of Whip Mix’s other 3D Print Resins.

Gro3X is a dental supply, service and marketing company that was founded by Norbert Ulmer and their goal is to help dental labs, and especially small labs to lower their cost for supplies, provide business opportunities, and generate growth.

Attend their upcoming Gro3X Gem Talks on November 5th in Charlotte, NC. Gro3X Gem Talks is an all day marketing symposium in Ted-Talk style featuring some 10+ lab speakers as they share their most relevant and practical marketing techniques.

We will hear from Sasha der Avanessian from Harvest Dental, Anne Kelzer from AMK Dental Lab, Frankie Acosta from AA Dental Design and Ricki Braswell from Beyond Coaching and former Co-Executive Director of the NADL. All of them will talk about real marketing as it is done in their own labs and businesses every day.

Register now at gro3x.com to take advantage of their early bird special of only $95.

Enter discount code VFTB for Voices from The Bench and receive an extra 10% discount, just because you listen to this Podcast.

Have you seen the high prices of precious metal these days? They are close to record highs on gold and palladium. With those high precious metal prices, you are paying a high cost for your alloys. We know that you are using less Precious metal in your lab these days, but if you send in half of what you sent in 5 years ago ,your scrap return will be higher than it was 5 years ago ,because of the high PM prices . You owe it to yourself to find a trusted, reputable refining company.

Look no further! Kulzer refining has been tested, trusted and reputable for over 100 years. They burn, melt and assay all under one roof at their state-of-the-art refining facility in Wartburg Tennessee. They have doubled their production capacity to ensure your scrap return within 2 weeks.

With all the non-precious material that has become present in today’s restorations it is important that we ensure the assay sample is homogenous. At Kulzer, they take the extra step to X-ray the top and bottom after they melt the bar to make sure the precious metal percentages--- are the same. If not, copper is added until they are positive the bar is homogeneous. We know this step is very important to get a precise assay result.

Their reimbursement to the customer is after our 10% refining fee. They have zero additional fees. If you need any free shipping containers, which contain a UPS prepaid, full insured label, please visit mydental360.com/refining or call the Director of Precious Metal Refining, Tony Circelli, directly at (914) 906-1843.

Special Guest: Andy Foster.

]]> Episode 4: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB4) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/4 e7136dd3-96c0-48db-87c9-e4338a687521 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 4 Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB4) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A gathering of some of the industry's best to discuss hiring and training. This episode also touches on the many benefits one can get from become a CDT 27:02 no <p>The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs!</p> <p>Joining us again are:</p> <p>Martha Martin – CEO of <a href="http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Triad Dental Studio</a> in North Carolina </p> <p>Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - <a href="http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Treasure Dental Studio</a> in Utah</p> <p>Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - <a href="https://legacyda.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Legacy Dental Arts</a> in New York</p> <p>Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -<a href="http://killiandental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Killian Dental</a> in California</p> <p>And of course Barbara and Elvis.</p> <p>Show related links:</p> <p><a href="http://dentallabfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology</a> <br> FDLT: <a href="http://fdlt.peachnewmedia.com/store/provider/custompage.php?pageid=4" rel="nofollow noopener">Online Learning</a></p> <p><a href="https://nbccert.org/pdfs/Career%20Path%20to%20CDT-2017.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener">Your Pathway to becoming a CDT</a></p> <p>Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.</p> The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs!

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

Show related links:

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT: Online Learning

Your Pathway to becoming a CDT

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> The continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs!

Joining us again are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

Show related links:

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology
FDLT: Online Learning

Your Pathway to becoming a CDT

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> Episode 3: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB3) https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/3 cdd0013e-8d02-4f00-86a5-9061f2b6ba3f Mon, 16 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner 3 Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB3) full Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner A gathering of some of the industry's best to discuss hiring and training. Great for people looking to hire and great for people looking to get hired or get promoted. 28:27 no <p>The first Roundtable episode.</p> <p>Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are:</p> <p>Martha Martin – CEO of <a href="http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Triad Dental Studio</a> in North Carolina </p> <p>Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - <a href="http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Treasure Dental Studio</a> in Utah</p> <p>Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - <a href="https://legacyda.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Legacy Dental Arts</a> in New York</p> <p>Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -<a href="http://killiandental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Killian Dental</a> in California</p> <p>And of course Barbara and Elvis.</p> <p>A lot of great content so we get right to it!</p> <p>Show related links:<br> <a href="https://www.indeed.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Indeed</a></p> <p>Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.</p> The first Roundtable episode.

Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

A lot of great content so we get right to it!

Show related links:
Indeed

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

]]> The first Roundtable episode.

Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are:

Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio in North Carolina

Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio in Utah

Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts in New York

Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental in California

And of course Barbara and Elvis.

A lot of great content so we get right to it!

Show related links:
Indeed

Special Guests: Heather Voss MBA, CDT, Jeff Stronk, Martha Martin , and Steve Killian, CDT.

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