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    <description>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.
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    <itunes:subtitle>A Dental Laboratory Podcast</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>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.
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  <title>342: The Right People, The Right Time with Tom Heusing, Bob Hadley, and Erica DiManna from Aidite North America</title>
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  <itunes:title>The Right People, The Right Time with Tom Heusing, Bob Hadley, and Erica DiManna from Aidite North America</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week we meet most of the team for Aidite North America. Tom Heusing, Bob Hadley, and Erica DiManna come on to talk about running a successful division of Adite by providing quality products and working with good people and partners. </itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>To run a successful company you need a good range of quality products and stellar people to help promote and train. Well that is who we found out is behind the company Aidite North America (https://www.aidite.com). Tom Heusing is the General Manager, Bob Hadley is the National Sales Manager, and Erica DiManna is the Marketing Manager. Together they talk about their previous employment together, finding their way back working together again, all about Aidite and Aidite North America, and why having the right people and the right partners is their key to their growth and success. 
Be sure to follow them everywhere at:
Sign up for the Aidite Pulse monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/aiditepulse 
Aidite website: https://www.aidite.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AiditeNorthAmerica
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aidite-north-america/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AiditeNorthAmerica
If you are in the market for purchasing a new milling machine or a furnace, Voices From the Bench invites you to connect with an Ivoclar (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us) sales associates.  They have several great deals and financing options now available for you to take advantage of.   These robust and dependable machines were designed to make your laboratory more efficient and profitable.  They are work horses when it comes to processing IPS e.max lithium disilicate (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/metal-free-ceramics/ips-e.max-press-lab) and the amazing Prime Zirconia (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/prime-zirconia).  The PM7 mill  (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-equipment/programill-pm7) also allows you to do digital dentures with their game changing Ivotion puck (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ivotion).  Head over to ivoclar.com (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us), voicesfromthebench.com/ivoclar, or call them at 1-800-533-6825.
 Special Guests: Bob Hadley, Erica DiManna, and Tom Heusing.
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    <![CDATA[<p>To run a successful company you need a good range of quality products and stellar people to help promote and train. Well that is who we found out is behind the company <a href="https://www.aidite.com" rel="nofollow">Aidite North America</a>. Tom Heusing is the General Manager, Bob Hadley is the National Sales Manager, and Erica DiManna is the Marketing Manager. Together they talk about their previous employment together, finding their way back working together again, all about Aidite and Aidite North America, and why having the right people and the right partners is their key to their growth and success. </p>

<p>Be sure to follow them everywhere at:<br>
Sign up for the Aidite Pulse monthly newsletter here: <a href="https://bit.ly/aiditepulse" rel="nofollow">https://bit.ly/aiditepulse</a> <br>
Aidite website: <a href="https://www.aidite.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.aidite.com</a><br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AiditeNorthAmerica" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/AiditeNorthAmerica</a><br>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aidite-north-america/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/company/aidite-north-america/</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/</a><br>
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AiditeNorthAmerica" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@AiditeNorthAmerica</a></p>

<h3>If you are in the market for purchasing a new milling machine or a furnace, Voices From the Bench invites you to connect with an <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar</a> sales associates.  They have several great deals and financing options now available for you to take advantage of.   These robust and dependable machines were designed to make your laboratory more efficient and profitable.  They are work horses when it comes to processing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/metal-free-ceramics/ips-e.max-press-lab" rel="nofollow">IPS e.max lithium disilicate</a> and the amazing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/prime-zirconia" rel="nofollow">Prime Zirconia</a>.  The <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-equipment/programill-pm7" rel="nofollow">PM7 mill </a> also allows you to do digital dentures with their game changing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ivotion" rel="nofollow">Ivotion puck</a>.  Head over to <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">ivoclar.com</a>, voicesfromthebench.com/ivoclar, or call them at 1-800-533-6825.</h3><p>Special Guests: Bob Hadley, Erica DiManna, and Tom Heusing.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>To run a successful company you need a good range of quality products and stellar people to help promote and train. Well that is who we found out is behind the company <a href="https://www.aidite.com" rel="nofollow">Aidite North America</a>. Tom Heusing is the General Manager, Bob Hadley is the National Sales Manager, and Erica DiManna is the Marketing Manager. Together they talk about their previous employment together, finding their way back working together again, all about Aidite and Aidite North America, and why having the right people and the right partners is their key to their growth and success. </p>

<p>Be sure to follow them everywhere at:<br>
Sign up for the Aidite Pulse monthly newsletter here: <a href="https://bit.ly/aiditepulse" rel="nofollow">https://bit.ly/aiditepulse</a> <br>
Aidite website: <a href="https://www.aidite.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.aidite.com</a><br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AiditeNorthAmerica" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/AiditeNorthAmerica</a><br>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aidite-north-america/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/company/aidite-north-america/</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/aiditenorthamerica/</a><br>
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AiditeNorthAmerica" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@AiditeNorthAmerica</a></p>

<h3>If you are in the market for purchasing a new milling machine or a furnace, Voices From the Bench invites you to connect with an <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar</a> sales associates.  They have several great deals and financing options now available for you to take advantage of.   These robust and dependable machines were designed to make your laboratory more efficient and profitable.  They are work horses when it comes to processing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/metal-free-ceramics/ips-e.max-press-lab" rel="nofollow">IPS e.max lithium disilicate</a> and the amazing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/prime-zirconia" rel="nofollow">Prime Zirconia</a>.  The <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-equipment/programill-pm7" rel="nofollow">PM7 mill </a> also allows you to do digital dentures with their game changing <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ivotion" rel="nofollow">Ivotion puck</a>.  Head over to <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">ivoclar.com</a>, voicesfromthebench.com/ivoclar, or call them at 1-800-533-6825.</h3><p>Special Guests: Bob Hadley, Erica DiManna, and Tom Heusing.</p>]]>
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  <title>288: The VITAlity of VITA with Sam Nekola and Mackenzie Mayer</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</author>
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  <itunes:episode>288</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>The VITAlity of VITA with Sam Nekola and Mackenzie Mayer</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week we talk all about the iconic company Vita. Sam Nekola, the Director of Marketing Communications at VITA North America, and MacKenzie Mayer, owner of Bella Dental Studio, come on to discuss the history of the 100 year old company and why Mackenzie chooses Vita over other brands.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:05:35</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Nightshift Online Symposium!
November 21: Removables with Jenelle Tabakovic and Emily Pittard (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-prosthetics-tickets-701562661807?aff=oddtdtcreator)
November 22: Crown and Bridge with Dora Rodriges and Lisa Johnson  (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-crown-and-bridge-tickets-701572671747?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Check out Part 1 of the Dental Showdown by Ivoclar featuring Elvis Dahl and Dr. David Rice! (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/course/consistency-or-lack-thereof/168934?)
Join us for a FREE and LIVE Ivoclar webinar on October 12 at 7:00 pm eastern time.  (https://www.linkedin.com/events/thedentalshowdown-part2-deliver7113201623367131137/comments/)
In 2024, an iconic company in the dental space will turn 100 years old! To start the celebration we welcome the Director of Marketing Communications with VITA North America (https://www.vitanorthamerica.com/) Sam Nekola to the podcast. Sam comes on to talk about her role, the history of VITA, many of the amazing products that make up their company, and how they plan to engage the customers as they turn 100. Also joining the podcast is VITA user and past podcast guest Mackenzie Mayer. Mackenzie updates us on her new lab, Bella Dental Studio (https://www.instagram.com/belladentalstudiollc/), why she loves VITA, and her hopes to teach others the VITA way of producing fantastic looking restorations. 
Did you know that Ivoclar (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us) has Digital Equipment Sales Specialists (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/landing-pages/digital-equipment)?
These experienced professionals are here to help make your transition to digital, a smooth one. They help provide customized solutions, analyze your ROI, provide hands on assistance and localized support.  All of this, catered to your needs.  Contact a Digital Equipment Sales Specialist today by emailing Digitalspecialists@ivoclar.com. Tell them you heard it on the podcast!
Whether you are looking to elevate your craftsmanship or looking to cut back costs, look no further – VITA MFT Teeth (https://vitanorthamerica.com/en-US/VITA-MFT-Anterior-369,273,126133.html) 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 (https://vitanorthamerica.com/) 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 (https://www2.vitanorthamerica.com/mft/)
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.
 Special Guests: MacKenzie Mayer and Sam Nekola.
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  <itunes:keywords>dental, technician, laboratory, Instagram, online store, pink, century, history, lab owner, hand-crafted, analog, teeth, dentures, acrylic, family owned, shade guide, vita block, hybrid ceramic, zirconia, EZ shade, art, podcast, voices from the bench</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Nightshift Online Symposium!<br>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-prosthetics-tickets-701562661807?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow">November 21: Removables with Jenelle Tabakovic and Emily Pittard</a><br>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-crown-and-bridge-tickets-701572671747?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow">November 22: Crown and Bridge with Dora Rodriges and Lisa Johnson </a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/course/consistency-or-lack-thereof/168934?" rel="nofollow">Check out Part 1 of the Dental Showdown by Ivoclar featuring Elvis Dahl and Dr. David Rice!</a><br>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/thedentalshowdown-part2-deliver7113201623367131137/comments/" rel="nofollow">Join us for a FREE and LIVE Ivoclar webinar on October 12 at 7:00 pm eastern time. </a></p>

<p>In 2024, an iconic company in the dental space will turn 100 years old! To start the celebration we welcome the Director of Marketing Communications with <a href="https://www.vitanorthamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">VITA North America</a> Sam Nekola to the podcast. Sam comes on to talk about her role, the history of VITA, many of the amazing products that make up their company, and how they plan to engage the customers as they turn 100. Also joining the podcast is VITA user and past podcast guest Mackenzie Mayer. Mackenzie updates us on her new lab, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/belladentalstudiollc/" rel="nofollow">Bella Dental Studio</a>, why she loves VITA, and her hopes to teach others the VITA way of producing fantastic looking restorations. </p>

<h3>Did you know that <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar</a> has <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/landing-pages/digital-equipment" rel="nofollow">Digital Equipment Sales Specialists</a>?</h3>

<h3>These experienced professionals are here to help make your transition to digital, a smooth one. They help provide customized solutions, analyze your ROI, provide hands on assistance and localized support.  All of this, catered to your needs.  Contact a Digital Equipment Sales Specialist today by emailing <a href="mailto:Digitalspecialists@ivoclar.com" rel="nofollow">Digitalspecialists@ivoclar.com</a>. Tell them you heard it on the podcast!</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">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">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">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><p>Special Guests: MacKenzie Mayer and Sam Nekola.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Nightshift Online Symposium!<br>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-prosthetics-tickets-701562661807?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow">November 21: Removables with Jenelle Tabakovic and Emily Pittard</a><br>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nightshift-online-symposium-crown-and-bridge-tickets-701572671747?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow">November 22: Crown and Bridge with Dora Rodriges and Lisa Johnson </a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/course/consistency-or-lack-thereof/168934?" rel="nofollow">Check out Part 1 of the Dental Showdown by Ivoclar featuring Elvis Dahl and Dr. David Rice!</a><br>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/thedentalshowdown-part2-deliver7113201623367131137/comments/" rel="nofollow">Join us for a FREE and LIVE Ivoclar webinar on October 12 at 7:00 pm eastern time. </a></p>

<p>In 2024, an iconic company in the dental space will turn 100 years old! To start the celebration we welcome the Director of Marketing Communications with <a href="https://www.vitanorthamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">VITA North America</a> Sam Nekola to the podcast. Sam comes on to talk about her role, the history of VITA, many of the amazing products that make up their company, and how they plan to engage the customers as they turn 100. Also joining the podcast is VITA user and past podcast guest Mackenzie Mayer. Mackenzie updates us on her new lab, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/belladentalstudiollc/" rel="nofollow">Bella Dental Studio</a>, why she loves VITA, and her hopes to teach others the VITA way of producing fantastic looking restorations. </p>

<h3>Did you know that <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar</a> has <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/landing-pages/digital-equipment" rel="nofollow">Digital Equipment Sales Specialists</a>?</h3>

<h3>These experienced professionals are here to help make your transition to digital, a smooth one. They help provide customized solutions, analyze your ROI, provide hands on assistance and localized support.  All of this, catered to your needs.  Contact a Digital Equipment Sales Specialist today by emailing <a href="mailto:Digitalspecialists@ivoclar.com" rel="nofollow">Digitalspecialists@ivoclar.com</a>. Tell them you heard it on the podcast!</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">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">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">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><p>Special Guests: MacKenzie Mayer and Sam Nekola.</p>]]>
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