Voices from The Bench - Episodes Tagged with “Printers”

388: FDLA 2025 and Jensen Dental Part 1 with Savannah Jones, Gabriel Jimenez, Tom Zaleske, & Josh Williams

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

It's the 11th running of the Race For the Future in Fort Worth, TX on September 14, 2025. This is YOUR chance to make a difference in a industry we all love so much. Important links:
All the money goes to The Foundation For Dental Laboratory Technology: https://dentallabfoundation.org/
All about the Race: https://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/race-for-the-future/
Race website: https://fortworth.californiatriathlon.org/

TO DONATE: https://fdlt.memberclicks.net/donor-form#/

Select: Race for the Future
Enter the name of the racer you want to support: BARB WARNER or THE CROWN JEWELS
Enter the amount (One Million Dollars)

A HUGE thanks to Jensen Dental for allowing Elvis to go to one of the greatest regional shows left, the https://www.fdla.net/ Southern States Symposium & Expo.

First up we meet two "newish" technicians in our industry. From Alaska to Florida, Savannah Jones taught herself exocad and is now doing removable work at DCS Dental Lab. Gabriel Jimenez was working at Walmart when he found a dental office that had an in-office lab and it wasn't long before he too found himself at DCS Dental Lab. They talk about their journey, learning new things, and what they think of their first dental show.

Then a blast from WAY back comes on to update us on all things Tom Zaleske. Tom was on episode 16 (if you can believe it)! He talks about his journey to become a one person removable technician working out of his house, getting into speaking and what he speaks on, and some thoughts on the future of dental labs.

Then we wrap up the episode with another past podcast guest, Josh Williams. Josh is at GPS Digital RPD where they are killing it at printing metal frameworks. He talks about their growth, the process of fabrication, and how easy it is to get them a case.

Looking for a way to unlock the full potential of your digital dentistry workflow. Take it from Elise Heathcote, associate manager of digital services with Ivoclar. This is all about the Cam Academy. They have a new in-person training experience designed specifically for dental technicians. This hands on course explores the full potential of programmable Cam software, helping you take your digital workflow to the next level. Learn directly from Ivoclar experts, refine your skills and bring new precision and efficiency to your lab. Cam Academy is more than a course. It's your next step in digital excellence. To reserve your spot, visit the Ivoclar Academy website or contact your local Ivoclar sales representative today.
Special Guests: Gabriel Jimenez, Josh Williams, Savannah Jones, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.

Episode 375: IDS 2025 & exocad Part 1 with Hajir Shamil, Daniel Portal, Gerson Prada, & Dr. Diogo Viegas

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

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

Back in March, Barb & Elvis traveled all the way to Cologne, Germany to set up and record at the biggest dental show in the world, IDS. A special thanks to exocad for giving us the space to record so many amazing people over the course of 4 days.

First up is a dentist turned exocad designer, Hajir Shamil. Hajir talks about dentistry in Iraq and how she went to school just outside of Russia. Going back to a country that is hard to find a practice, she goes about working at a lab and falls in love with the "purple program". Find out what she thinks of her first time at IDS and why she came.

Then we chat with Daniel Portal and Gerson Prada. Daniel has a history of working with but eventually opened his own lab doing only designs for labs and dentists. He partnered up with Gerson Prada in Utah to do any fabricating of the cases. Together they talk about working together from a far, good communication with the doctors, Daniel being a part of exocad's "Heroes of Digital Dentistry", and what they are doing at IDS.

Then we wrap up the episode with a dentist that more letters after his name than in it, Dr. Diogo Viegas. Dr. Viegas went to the Lisbon Dental School to become a dentist. When that wasn't enough, we got his Masters. When that wasn't enough, we went back to get his degree in dental technology. Now, Dr. Viegas has a practice in Lisbon, does his own lab work, still having time to teach other clinicians, and being a member in Bio-Emulation.

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 Guests: Daniel Portal, Dr. Diogo Viegas, Gerson Prada, and Hajir Shamil.

342: The Right People, The Right Time with Tom Heusing, Bob Hadley, and Erica DiManna from Aidite North America

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

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. 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 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 and the amazing Prime Zirconia. The PM7 mill also allows you to do digital dentures with their game changing Ivotion puck. Head over to ivoclar.com, voicesfromthebench.com/ivoclar, or call them at 1-800-533-6825.

Special Guests: Bob Hadley, Erica DiManna, and Tom Heusing.

248: The Law(yer) of Printed Splints with Ira Rosenau and Keystone Industries

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

When we think of advances in digital dentistry, 3D printing is at the top of the list. Many companies have entered the field, but only a few have stood out as leaders that changed the ways other companies create their product. Once such company is Keystone Industries. Makers of finger nail acrylics, they hired a lawyer that saw potential. Ira Rosenau admittedly knew nothing about dental. With a lot of hard work, education from friends in the industry, and a lot of smart scientist, Ira brought KeySplint to market. Ira talks freely about what it take to create, design, test, and validate a printed splint material that has forever set the bar for what patients, doctors, and labs need.

Does your lab use Magic Touch? If not, you should think about switching just so you can use icortica. Icortica is a program that uses all the data you already collect in Magic Touch and puts it in one easy to see, use, and understand dashboard. Look at every account and see trends, sales, notes, payments, and even remake percentages. Use the data you already have to take your lab and your customer service to the next level. Elvis uses it daily and swears it is a huge part to his success working at the lab. Head over to icortica.com/voices to learn more or send a email to Rob Nazzal at rob@icortica.com and tell him you heard about it on Voices From the Bench! Special Guest: Ira Rosenau.

163: Don’t Mess with Texas Part 2: DLAT 2021-Tim Frenzel, Jan Rainey, Bennett Napier, Keith Wilson

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 10 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Successfully having the first dental laboratory convention of 2021 took the work of many passionate people involved with the Dental Laboratory Association of Texas (DLAT). While we were not there physically, we were there live, not live from the Argen booth. This week we got to talk to:

Tim Frezel - Lab owner from Waco Texas
Jan Rainey - Retired lab owner now cleaning the air with Pure Air Living
Bennett Napier - From the NADL
Keith Wilson - Locale Argen rep and amazing "Official Guest Grabber"

Enjoy the conversations from the first show of 2021

Whip Mix introduces the Bellus3D Dental Pro Face Scanning Solution. This new, practical addition to dentistry provides the dentist with a fast, easy, and affordable way to capture a detailed 3D facial scan and the laboratory an intelligent way to create the smile design. With this app, a complete 3D facial (and even whole head) scan can even be captured for virtual model and articulator alignment.

You can now put a face to your digital workflow with the Bellus3D Dental Pro. Learn more about this sought-after product by calling Lorena Lighthart at 970-218-9101 or emailing her at llighthart@whipmix.com. And be sure to watch Lee Culp presenting a Whip Mix webinar entitled “Bellus3D Dental Pro – Creating the Virtual Patient” at http://www.whipmix.com/webinars.

Special Guests: Bennett Napier, Jan Rainey, Keith Wilson, and Tim Frenzel CDT.

154: Knock, Knock - Who's There - The FDA : Tim Torbenson and Evo820

Elvis Dahl & Barb Warner — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500

So you get a letter from the FDA stating that they will be in your lab in a few weeks to inspect your operations for a certain restoration you are fabricating. What do you do? Panic? Leave town? Put your model room in charge and say good luck? Tim Torbenson has been dealing with the FDA and the dental industry for years and that's why he started Evo820 to help labs be compliant with the new rules. Tim comes on the podcast to talk about the history of the FDA looking at dental labs, why it is changing, and what you can do to prepare yourself for when they do come. We have a lot of fun during this conversation about a very serious topic.

Just a few weeks away until the first dental laboratory conference of 2021 kicks off. The Dental Laboratory Conference of Texas (DLAT) is having an in-person meeting March 26 & 27 in Grapevine, Texas. Register today! Voices From the Bench will be recording REMOTELY from the Argen booth "Live, not Live". Go to the Argen booth, sit down at the computer and microphone, and we can talk all about the dental laboratory industry.

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Whip Mix’s new Veriwash resin cleaning station is the ideal piece of equipment to use in the 3D printed resin post process. It’s oscillating, multi-speed stirrer produces a tornado-like vortex every 30-seconds, and guarantees efficient, effective and powerful cleaning whether the units are individual or still attached to the build plate.

The two alcohol baths make an effective step-wash system. It cleans more efficiently and there is less alcohol needed, since it is re-used for both a fresh bath and a dirty bath.

The VeriWash’s intelligent design offers features such as Mode, Time, and Start/Stop button display which gives the operator full and automatic control of the cleaning process. A mesh basket used in the wash container makes it easy to keep track of small printed parts when cleaning. The affordable unit’s one-year warranty ensures peace-of-mind for the owner.

Visit whipmix.com or call (800) 626-5651 for more information about this great new product.

Special Guest: Tim Torbenson.