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    <title>Voices from The Bench - Episodes Tagged with “Monolithic”</title>
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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>320: Making It Your Own with Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito</title>
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  <itunes:episode>320</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Making It Your Own with Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week we get to learn about Jensen Dental and all things MIYO with Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito. They talk about the story behind the name, Kite's story into dental, and some amazing tips and trick to "Make It Your Own"</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>Voices From the Bench is headed back to Florida for the FDLA Southern States Symposium &amp;amp; Expo (https://www.fdla.net/) all thanks to the great people at Jensen Dental (https://jensendental.com/). You know, the makers of MIYO! (https://miyoworld.com/). Come visit Elvis &amp;amp; Barb in the Jensen booth June 7 &amp;amp; 8 in Orlando. Register today at FDLA.NET!
After countless past guests on the podcast (and Barb) sing the praises of the MIYO system (https://miyoworld.com/), it only makes sense that we talk to the makers of it, Jensen Dental (https://jensendental.com/). Kevin Mahan has been with Jensen Dental for 32 years and has seen the company go from alloy and refining to a leader in the ceramic space. Kevin talks about his journey, the story of how they got the name MIYO, and how he meet Kite Saito. Kite is an amazing ceramist from Ozark Prosthodontics (https://ozarkpros.com/). He talks about his journey to America to fulfill a dream of being a blues guitarists, learning about the dental technology program at the LA city college (https://www.lacc.edu/academics/pathways/hs/dental-technology-dept#:~:text=The%20Program%20includes%20instruction%20in,dental%20prosthesis%20including%20implant%20prosthodontics.), working in Beverly Hills, taking Ed McLaren’s course, and so many great tips and tricks he has learned over the years with MIYO.
Wanting to take your knowledge and skills to the next level? If you are looking for the best education dedicated to dentistry in both the labs and clinics, check out Ivoclar Academy. (https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy)
From on-demand webinars to in-person training, Ivoclar Academy has a program to meet your busy schedule. Check out all they have to offer HERE! (https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy)
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: Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito, MDC, CDT.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Voices From the Bench is headed back to Florida for the <a href="https://www.fdla.net/" rel="nofollow">FDLA Southern States Symposium &amp; Expo</a> all thanks to the great people at <a href="https://jensendental.com/" rel="nofollow">Jensen Dental</a>. You know, the makers of <a href="https://miyoworld.com/" rel="nofollow">MIYO!</a>. Come visit Elvis &amp; Barb in the Jensen booth June 7 &amp; 8 in Orlando. Register today at FDLA.NET!</p>

<p>After countless past guests on the podcast (and Barb) sing the praises of the <a href="https://miyoworld.com/" rel="nofollow">MIYO system</a>, it only makes sense that we talk to the makers of it, <a href="https://jensendental.com/" rel="nofollow">Jensen Dental</a>. Kevin Mahan has been with Jensen Dental for 32 years and has seen the company go from alloy and refining to a leader in the ceramic space. Kevin talks about his journey, the story of how they got the name MIYO, and how he meet Kite Saito. Kite is an amazing ceramist from <a href="https://ozarkpros.com/" rel="nofollow">Ozark Prosthodontics</a>. He talks about his journey to America to fulfill a dream of being a blues guitarists, learning about the dental technology program at the <a href="https://www.lacc.edu/academics/pathways/hs/dental-technology-dept#:%7E:text=The%20Program%20includes%20instruction%20in,dental%20prosthesis%20including%20implant%20prosthodontics." rel="nofollow">LA city college</a>, working in Beverly Hills, taking Ed McLaren’s course, and so many great tips and tricks he has learned over the years with MIYO.</p>

<h3>Wanting to take your knowledge and skills to the next level? If you are looking for the best education dedicated to dentistry in both the labs and clinics, check out <a href="https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar Academy.</a></h3>

<h3>From on-demand webinars to in-person training, Ivoclar Academy has a program to meet your busy schedule. Check out all they have to offer <a href="https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy" rel="nofollow">HERE!</a></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: Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito, MDC, CDT.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Voices From the Bench is headed back to Florida for the <a href="https://www.fdla.net/" rel="nofollow">FDLA Southern States Symposium &amp; Expo</a> all thanks to the great people at <a href="https://jensendental.com/" rel="nofollow">Jensen Dental</a>. You know, the makers of <a href="https://miyoworld.com/" rel="nofollow">MIYO!</a>. Come visit Elvis &amp; Barb in the Jensen booth June 7 &amp; 8 in Orlando. Register today at FDLA.NET!</p>

<p>After countless past guests on the podcast (and Barb) sing the praises of the <a href="https://miyoworld.com/" rel="nofollow">MIYO system</a>, it only makes sense that we talk to the makers of it, <a href="https://jensendental.com/" rel="nofollow">Jensen Dental</a>. Kevin Mahan has been with Jensen Dental for 32 years and has seen the company go from alloy and refining to a leader in the ceramic space. Kevin talks about his journey, the story of how they got the name MIYO, and how he meet Kite Saito. Kite is an amazing ceramist from <a href="https://ozarkpros.com/" rel="nofollow">Ozark Prosthodontics</a>. He talks about his journey to America to fulfill a dream of being a blues guitarists, learning about the dental technology program at the <a href="https://www.lacc.edu/academics/pathways/hs/dental-technology-dept#:%7E:text=The%20Program%20includes%20instruction%20in,dental%20prosthesis%20including%20implant%20prosthodontics." rel="nofollow">LA city college</a>, working in Beverly Hills, taking Ed McLaren’s course, and so many great tips and tricks he has learned over the years with MIYO.</p>

<h3>Wanting to take your knowledge and skills to the next level? If you are looking for the best education dedicated to dentistry in both the labs and clinics, check out <a href="https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy" rel="nofollow">Ivoclar Academy.</a></h3>

<h3>From on-demand webinars to in-person training, Ivoclar Academy has a program to meet your busy schedule. Check out all they have to offer <a href="https://resources.ivoclar.com/lab/en/academy" rel="nofollow">HERE!</a></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: Kevin Mahan and Kite Saito, MDC, CDT.</p>]]>
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  <title>140: Prime Innovation and Ivotion: Don Bell from Ivoclar Vivadent</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</author>
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  <itunes:episode>140</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Prime Innovation and Ivotion: Don Bell from Ivoclar Vivadent</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Ivoclar Vivadent has been providing stellar materials to our industry for decades. And that continues into the decades to come as Don Bell from Ivoclar comes on the podcast to talk about Ivotion, Prime, the shutdown, and listening to labs to make everything better.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>Don Bell, the Vice President of Product Marketing in North America for Ivoclar Vivadent (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/), has seen a lot of products come and go. He has seen a lot of technology come and go.  As labs and manufacturers enter this new era of dentistry, Don and Ivoclar has had to adapt.  But in a good way. Don talks about what happened at Ivoclar during the shutdown and how they are coming back, their one-puck denture milling system called Ivotion, the e.max ZirCAD Prime, and what's next for Ivoclar. 
The UP 3D P5 milling maching (https://www.aurident.com/p5/) from Aurident  (https://www.aurident.com/)is a 5 axis, efficient, dry mill. Great for milling zirconia, PMMA and wax. It boasts software that produces high precision and fast milling. It can mill a crown in 14 minutes and the tool life yields about 60-80 hours of quality restorations. A game changer for labs of all sizes, big and small. For under $20K, a small lab can now do their own milling instead of outsourcing and reducing their profits. Quite impressive! Give Aurident a call at 800-422-7373 or you can visit their website at aurident.com.
Have you seen the CUREBox Plus (https://whipmix.com/products/curebox-plus/) from Whip Mix (https://whipmix.com/) yet? This highly effective yet affordable light-curing unit is ideal for most printed resins on the market. The economically priced curing box uses a specific wavelength and intensity light source, time control, and temperature control to polymerize (cure) dental resin materials. The unit’s glasswork surface features diffuse reflectors, which improve light transmission uniformity to the bottom of the model, and its maximum temperature of 80˚C provides increased compatibility with medical device 3D print resins.  It also provides faster heating.
The glove-friendly, easy-to-use touchscreen includes status indicators for heat, lamps, and the door to the large capacity chamber and it features One-touch presets, customizable settings, a timer (5 Minutes - 12 Hours), a temperature controller (30 - 80˚C), and an auto-start and shut down mode.
For more information about Whip Mix’s CUREBox, visit whipmix.com.
 Special Guest: Don Bell.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Don Bell, the Vice President of Product Marketing in North America for<a href="https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/" rel="nofollow"> Ivoclar Vivadent</a>, has seen a lot of products come and go. He has seen a lot of technology come and go.  As labs and manufacturers enter this new era of dentistry, Don and Ivoclar has had to adapt.  But in a good way. Don talks about what happened at Ivoclar during the shutdown and how they are coming back, their one-puck denture milling system called Ivotion, the e.max ZirCAD Prime, and what&#39;s next for Ivoclar. </p>

<h3>The <a href="https://www.aurident.com/p5/" rel="nofollow">UP 3D P5 milling maching</a> from <a href="https://www.aurident.com/" rel="nofollow">Aurident </a>is a 5 axis, efficient, dry mill. Great for milling zirconia, PMMA and wax. It boasts software that produces high precision and fast milling. It can mill a crown in 14 minutes and the tool life yields about 60-80 hours of quality restorations. A game changer for labs of all sizes, big and small. For under $20K, a small lab can now do their own milling instead of outsourcing and reducing their profits. Quite impressive! Give Aurident a call at 800-422-7373 or you can visit their website at aurident.com.</h3>

<hr>

<h3>Have you seen the <a href="https://whipmix.com/products/curebox-plus/" rel="nofollow">CUREBox Plus</a> from <a href="https://whipmix.com/" rel="nofollow">Whip Mix</a> yet? This highly effective yet affordable light-curing unit is ideal for most printed resins on the market. The economically priced curing box uses a specific wavelength and intensity light source, time control, and temperature control to polymerize (cure) dental resin materials. The unit’s glasswork surface features diffuse reflectors, which improve light transmission uniformity to the bottom of the model, and its maximum temperature of 80˚C provides increased compatibility with medical device 3D print resins.  It also provides faster heating.</h3>

<h3>The glove-friendly, easy-to-use touchscreen includes status indicators for heat, lamps, and the door to the large capacity chamber and it features One-touch presets, customizable settings, a timer (5 Minutes - 12 Hours), a temperature controller (30 - 80˚C), and an auto-start and shut down mode.</h3>

<h3>For more information about Whip Mix’s CUREBox, visit whipmix.com.</h3><p>Special Guest: Don Bell.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Don Bell, the Vice President of Product Marketing in North America for<a href="https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/" rel="nofollow"> Ivoclar Vivadent</a>, has seen a lot of products come and go. He has seen a lot of technology come and go.  As labs and manufacturers enter this new era of dentistry, Don and Ivoclar has had to adapt.  But in a good way. Don talks about what happened at Ivoclar during the shutdown and how they are coming back, their one-puck denture milling system called Ivotion, the e.max ZirCAD Prime, and what&#39;s next for Ivoclar. </p>

<h3>The <a href="https://www.aurident.com/p5/" rel="nofollow">UP 3D P5 milling maching</a> from <a href="https://www.aurident.com/" rel="nofollow">Aurident </a>is a 5 axis, efficient, dry mill. Great for milling zirconia, PMMA and wax. It boasts software that produces high precision and fast milling. It can mill a crown in 14 minutes and the tool life yields about 60-80 hours of quality restorations. A game changer for labs of all sizes, big and small. For under $20K, a small lab can now do their own milling instead of outsourcing and reducing their profits. Quite impressive! Give Aurident a call at 800-422-7373 or you can visit their website at aurident.com.</h3>

<hr>

<h3>Have you seen the <a href="https://whipmix.com/products/curebox-plus/" rel="nofollow">CUREBox Plus</a> from <a href="https://whipmix.com/" rel="nofollow">Whip Mix</a> yet? This highly effective yet affordable light-curing unit is ideal for most printed resins on the market. The economically priced curing box uses a specific wavelength and intensity light source, time control, and temperature control to polymerize (cure) dental resin materials. The unit’s glasswork surface features diffuse reflectors, which improve light transmission uniformity to the bottom of the model, and its maximum temperature of 80˚C provides increased compatibility with medical device 3D print resins.  It also provides faster heating.</h3>

<h3>The glove-friendly, easy-to-use touchscreen includes status indicators for heat, lamps, and the door to the large capacity chamber and it features One-touch presets, customizable settings, a timer (5 Minutes - 12 Hours), a temperature controller (30 - 80˚C), and an auto-start and shut down mode.</h3>

<h3>For more information about Whip Mix’s CUREBox, visit whipmix.com.</h3><p>Special Guest: Don Bell.</p>]]>
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