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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.</description>
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    <itunes:author>Elvis Dahl &amp; Barb Warner</itunes:author>
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  <title>Episode 435: Matt Everatt is Making the Invisible Profession Visible</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb to talk about his incredible journey through the dental laboratory industry, from maxillofacial prosthetics and sleep apnea appliances to co-founding a successful dental lab and eventually writing The Invisible Profession. They dive into the challenges facing dental technicians, the dangers of becoming a "busy fool," and why embracing technology, standing out, and becoming a true clinical partner are essential for the future of the laboratory industry.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;h3&gt;Hey there Voices of the Bench community, this is Trish Jones with &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Ivoclar&lt;/a&gt;. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ips-e.max-zircad" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;IPS Emax Zirconia&lt;/a&gt; offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help save you valuable production time while maintaining consistent results. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out to your local Ivoclar rep today and discover how IPS Emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;hr&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why &lt;a href="https://www.knightdentalgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Knight Dental&lt;/a&gt; recently launched &lt;strong&gt;SimplyARCH Studio&lt;/strong&gt;, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing &lt;a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;hyperDENT&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set &lt;a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;hyperDENT&lt;/a&gt; apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, &lt;a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;hyperDENT&lt;/a&gt; helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one.Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book,&lt;a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt; &lt;em&gt;The Invisible Profession&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book, &lt;a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt; &lt;em&gt;The Invisible Profession&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;But this conversation goes far beyond Matt's career. His book,&lt;a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt; &lt;em&gt;The Invisible Profession&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, explores how the dental laboratory industry arrived at a place where technicians and laboratories are often undervalued, pushed into price competition, and expected to simply keep their heads down and produce. Matt shares his thoughts on the "million little things" that shaped the industry, the danger of becoming a "busy fool," and why laboratories need to stop competing solely on price and start becoming known for the value, expertise, and partnership they bring to the dental team. Elvis, Barb, and Matt also talk about the changing landscape of digital dentistry, AI, 3D printing, speed, service, and why the labs that embrace change and remain agile will be the ones positioned for the future. It's an honest, thought-provoking, and ultimately optimistic conversation about where the dental laboratory profession has been, where it is today, and where it can go next. Special Guest: Matt Everatt.&lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<h3>Hey there Voices of the Bench community, this is Trish Jones with <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ips-e.max-zircad" rel="nofollow noopener">IPS Emax Zirconia</a> offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help save you valuable production time while maintaining consistent results. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out to your local Ivoclar rep today and discover how IPS Emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow.</h3>

<hr>

<h3>As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why <a href="https://www.knightdentalgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Knight Dental</a> recently launched <strong>SimplyARCH Studio</strong>, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener"><strong>hyperDENT</strong></a>. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener">hyperDENT</a> apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener">hyperDENT</a> helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one.Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book,<a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.</h3>

<p>Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book, <a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.</p>

<p>But this conversation goes far beyond Matt's career. His book,<a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>, explores how the dental laboratory industry arrived at a place where technicians and laboratories are often undervalued, pushed into price competition, and expected to simply keep their heads down and produce. Matt shares his thoughts on the "million little things" that shaped the industry, the danger of becoming a "busy fool," and why laboratories need to stop competing solely on price and start becoming known for the value, expertise, and partnership they bring to the dental team. Elvis, Barb, and Matt also talk about the changing landscape of digital dentistry, AI, 3D printing, speed, service, and why the labs that embrace change and remain agile will be the ones positioned for the future. It's an honest, thought-provoking, and ultimately optimistic conversation about where the dental laboratory profession has been, where it is today, and where it can go next.</p><p>Special Guest: Matt Everatt.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<h3>Hey there Voices of the Bench community, this is Trish Jones with <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us" rel="nofollow noopener">Ivoclar</a>. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new <a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/digital-processes/ips-e.max-zircad" rel="nofollow noopener">IPS Emax Zirconia</a> offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help save you valuable production time while maintaining consistent results. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out to your local Ivoclar rep today and discover how IPS Emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow.</h3>

<hr>

<h3>As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why <a href="https://www.knightdentalgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Knight Dental</a> recently launched <strong>SimplyARCH Studio</strong>, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener"><strong>hyperDENT</strong></a>. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener">hyperDENT</a> apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, <a href="https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/" rel="nofollow noopener">hyperDENT</a> helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one.Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book,<a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.</h3>

<p>Matt Everatt joins Elvis and Barb for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep dive into his journey through the dental laboratory industry and the story behind his book, <a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>. From discovering dental technology at 16 and specializing in maxillofacial prosthetics and orthodontics to working in hospitals, developing early sleep-apnea appliances, and nearly leaving the profession altogether, Matt's career has taken some seriously interesting turns. Eventually, he helped co-found S4S, building a successful business around sleep-apnea appliances, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and more before eventually stepping away from ownership.</p>

<p>But this conversation goes far beyond Matt's career. His book,<a href="https://a.co/d/04V5YKvu" rel="nofollow noopener"> <em>The Invisible Profession</em></a>, explores how the dental laboratory industry arrived at a place where technicians and laboratories are often undervalued, pushed into price competition, and expected to simply keep their heads down and produce. Matt shares his thoughts on the "million little things" that shaped the industry, the danger of becoming a "busy fool," and why laboratories need to stop competing solely on price and start becoming known for the value, expertise, and partnership they bring to the dental team. Elvis, Barb, and Matt also talk about the changing landscape of digital dentistry, AI, 3D printing, speed, service, and why the labs that embrace change and remain agile will be the ones positioned for the future. It's an honest, thought-provoking, and ultimately optimistic conversation about where the dental laboratory profession has been, where it is today, and where it can go next.</p><p>Special Guest: Matt Everatt.</p>]]>
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  <title>299: The Netflix of Digital Dentistry with Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny and iDD</title>
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  <itunes:title>The Netflix of Digital Dentistry with Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny and iDD</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week brings us a dentist all the way from New Zealand that is leading the way in digital dentistry, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny. Dr. Ahmad created the Institute of Digital Dentistry, an online platform with a ton of content relevant to both clinicians and technicians.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;We love talking to dentist on the podcast. We also love talking to people from different countries. This week we double down on both as we chat with Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny who comes to us all the way from New Zealand. Dr. Ahmad grew up with dentist parents that both owned their own practices. After graduating, he ended up at his father’s practice where he was introduced to digital dentistry. He attended a study club where a seller of a IOS system talked about how good it was when he knew it wasn’t. That drove him to start reviewing IOS systems. The non-biased reviews grew in popularity and the &lt;a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Institute of Digital Dentistry&lt;/a&gt; was born. Now iDD covers a ton of topics covering all aspects of digital dentistry with multiple instructors. We cover all things digital, the importance of still having a lab, dentistry in New Zealand, and his new podcast &lt;a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/digital-dentistry-decoded-podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Digital Dentistry Decoded with iDD&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Are you in the market for top-notch digital equipment, such as mills, scanners, or furnaces? Well, the time to act is NOW! &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Ivoclar&lt;/a&gt;, has introduced unbeatable rates exclusively for customers in North America.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;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 &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/digital-equipment/programill-dry" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;milling capabilities&lt;/a&gt;, enhance your &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/digital-equipment/prograscan-ps7-lab-scanner" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;scanning technology&lt;/a&gt;, or optimize your &lt;a href="https://www.ivoclar.com/en_li/products/equipment/programat-ceramic-furnaces" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;furnace performance&lt;/a&gt;, Ivoclar Digital has you covered.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;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.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;hr&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Whether you are looking to elevate your craftsmanship or looking to cut back costs, look no further – &lt;a href="https://vitanorthamerica.com/en-US/VITA-MFT-Anterior-369,273,126133.html" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;VITA MFT Teeth&lt;/a&gt; are the ultimate solution for creating lifelike and stunning smiles.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Crafted with precision and backed by cutting-edge technology, VITA MFT Teeth offers unparalleled esthetics and durability. And since &lt;a href="https://vitanorthamerica.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;VITA&lt;/a&gt; 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 &lt;a href="https://www2.vitanorthamerica.com/mft/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;vitanorthamerica.com/freemft&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;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.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Join the VITA family today.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;hr&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.candulor.com/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Candulor&lt;/a&gt; a dental supply company from Switzerland has solutions no matter if you are analog or digital&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Check out their &lt;a href="https://www.candulor.com/en-us/product-portfolio/tooth-lines/physioset-tcr" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;PhysioSet TCR&lt;/a&gt; tooth line that has been complemented with 18 new shapes. A total of 48 age-appropriate anterior tooth shapes are available for the laboratory or dental practice to select from.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;The &lt;a href="https://ssop.swiss/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Swiss School of Prosthetics&lt;/a&gt; in Springfield, Missouri is the place to learn all things removable. America with get supported and supplied by the only authorized partner &lt;a href="https://edmondsdentalsupply.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Edmonds Dental Supply&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;Candulor, High End Only&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;hr&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;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&lt;a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt; Institute of Digital Dentistry&lt;/a&gt; and select the “&lt;a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/live-courses/mastering-exocad-online-course-training/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Mastering Exocad Course&lt;/a&gt;”.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;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.&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;And for being a listener of the podcast, if you enter code &lt;strong&gt;VOICES&lt;/strong&gt; 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: Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny.&lt;/h3&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>We love talking to dentist on the podcast. We also love talking to people from different countries. This week we double down on both as we chat with Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny who comes to us all the way from New Zealand. Dr. Ahmad grew up with dentist parents that both owned their own practices. After graduating, he ended up at his father’s practice where he was introduced to digital dentistry. He attended a study club where a seller of a IOS system talked about how good it was when he knew it wasn’t. That drove him to start reviewing IOS systems. The non-biased reviews grew in popularity and the <a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Institute of Digital Dentistry</a> was born. Now iDD covers a ton of topics covering all aspects of digital dentistry with multiple instructors. We cover all things digital, the importance of still having a lab, dentistry in New Zealand, and his new podcast <a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/digital-dentistry-decoded-podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener">Digital Dentistry Decoded with iDD</a>.</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.candulor.com/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener">Candulor</a> a dental supply company from Switzerland has solutions no matter if you are analog or digital</h3>

<h3>Check out their <a href="https://www.candulor.com/en-us/product-portfolio/tooth-lines/physioset-tcr" rel="nofollow noopener">PhysioSet TCR</a> tooth line that has been complemented with 18 new shapes. A total of 48 age-appropriate anterior tooth shapes are available for the laboratory or dental practice to select from.</h3>

<h3>The <a href="https://ssop.swiss/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener">Swiss School of Prosthetics</a> in Springfield, Missouri is the place to learn all things removable. America with get supported and supplied by the only authorized partner <a href="https://edmondsdentalsupply.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Edmonds Dental Supply</a></h3>

<h3>Candulor, High End Only</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: Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny.</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We love talking to dentist on the podcast. We also love talking to people from different countries. This week we double down on both as we chat with Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny who comes to us all the way from New Zealand. Dr. Ahmad grew up with dentist parents that both owned their own practices. After graduating, he ended up at his father’s practice where he was introduced to digital dentistry. He attended a study club where a seller of a IOS system talked about how good it was when he knew it wasn’t. That drove him to start reviewing IOS systems. The non-biased reviews grew in popularity and the <a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Institute of Digital Dentistry</a> was born. Now iDD covers a ton of topics covering all aspects of digital dentistry with multiple instructors. We cover all things digital, the importance of still having a lab, dentistry in New Zealand, and his new podcast <a href="https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/digital-dentistry-decoded-podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener">Digital Dentistry Decoded with iDD</a>.</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.candulor.com/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener">Candulor</a> a dental supply company from Switzerland has solutions no matter if you are analog or digital</h3>

<h3>Check out their <a href="https://www.candulor.com/en-us/product-portfolio/tooth-lines/physioset-tcr" rel="nofollow noopener">PhysioSet TCR</a> tooth line that has been complemented with 18 new shapes. A total of 48 age-appropriate anterior tooth shapes are available for the laboratory or dental practice to select from.</h3>

<h3>The <a href="https://ssop.swiss/en-us" rel="nofollow noopener">Swiss School of Prosthetics</a> in Springfield, Missouri is the place to learn all things removable. America with get supported and supplied by the only authorized partner <a href="https://edmondsdentalsupply.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Edmonds Dental Supply</a></h3>

<h3>Candulor, High End Only</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: Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny.</p>]]>
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