Business Strategies for Dental Laboratory Decision-Makers

Sirona Dental Systems LLC
http://www.sirona.com

Clinics at LAB DAY® Events

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LAB DAY Chicago 2010 (Feb 26, 2010 - Feb 27, 2010)

Friday Feb 26
02:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Ohio Room

Sirona inLab Users Workshop

Join Barry Diener for an interactive Q&A session to learn about the latest features and additions to Sirona inLab, including the new inEos Blue Dental Digitizer featuring Bluecam technology. Find out everything you’ve always wanted to know but never had the opportunity to ask.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
08:00 am - 11:00 am
Arkansas Room

Eddie Corrales Provides Hands-On inLab Demonstration

Eddie Corrales presents this practical inLab demonstration, transforming attendees from observer to operator. Learn and explore successful, proven techniques firsthand, discover how Sirona’s use of a wide variety of materials and computer assistance combine to produce a superior product, and see how Sirona InLab’s technology can work for you.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
08:00 am - 11:00 am
Ohio Room

Hands-On inLab Demo Day with Chad Rogers

Chad Rogers showcases his practical approach for teaching laboratories and dentists how CAD/CAM technology works. Learn how Rogers has distinguished his laboratory by using the latest in CAD/CAM technology to provide clients with fast turnaround and consistent quality for all applications. Discover step-by-step approaches for effectively using inLab technology and materials to achieve excellent esthetics. This course is designed for all levels of technicians.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Arkansas Room

The Technical, Financial and Competitive Benefits of a Complete CAD/CAM System

The landscape of the laboratory profession continues to change with the evolution of materials, techniques, restorative designs and business practices. When considering the acquisition of a CAD/CAM system, making sound purchasing decisions requires careful research, especially for the small- to medium-sized laboratory. Bill Mrazek, BS, CDT, examines the factors necessary to justify an investment in a complete in-house milling system, including restoration design options; material selection; turnaround time; accuracy; consistency of product; learning curve; software versatility; reputation and history of the milling system manufacturer; customer support; future developments within the system; and initial cost of the system and return on investment.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Ohio Room

The Digital Technician in the Digital World of Dentistry

Join Eddie Corrales as he shares the synergies of the dentist and the laboratory through CEREC and inLab technology via CEREC Connect. As Corrales shares his experience as a digital technician, you learn about the latest developments in doctor/laboratory communication and how to communicate directly and efficiently with your professional partners to achieve new levels of success.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
Arkansas Room

Laboratory Marketing in the Digital Age

Norbert Ulmer, MBA, discusses the opportunities digital restorative technologies can offer laboratories in an increasingly competitive environment. He covers technology selection, integration and marketing, and presents suggestions and tools for successfully joining the digital age.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Feb 27
03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
Ohio Room

CAD/CAM Materials: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

Do you still have questions about which material to use? Are you confused with all of the material options available for CAD/CAM milling? Dr. Russell Giordano clarifies confusion and addresses advantages behind the successes and failures of various material options, placing particular focus on the growing interest in fabricating restorations with milling systems and on new zirconia materials. He discusses everything from material composition to cementation, enabling you to always “choose wisely.”

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

LAB DAY East 2010 (Apr 10, 2010 - Dec 31, 1969)

Saturday Apr 10
09:00 am - 11:00 am
Booth Room

New Dimensions in Communication with CEREC Connect

Tom Nieting introduces the world’s largest digital dental network, which eliminates physical impressions and enables you to communicate directly and efficiently with your professional partners! CEREC Connect is a communication platform that allows direct digital communication between dentists and laboratories via a Web-based portal, providing dental professionals access to a full database of inLab laboratories.

Approved for 2 Professional Development CDT credits
For more information, please call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Apr 10
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Booth Room

Sirona inLab Users Workshop

For Sirona inLab users only: During this interactive Q&A session with Barry Diener, users learn about the latest features and additions to Sirona inLab, including the new inEos Blue Dental Digitizer featuring Bluecam technology, and find out everything you always wanted to know but didn’t have the opportunity to ask.

For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday Apr 10
03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
Booth Room

Expansion Opportunities with CEREC Connect

Bruce Wonderland introduces the latest developments in doctor/laboratory communication. With CEREC Connect, the technician is able to design the restoration on the basis of a virtual model, without the need for a physical model. New developments also now offer the laboratory a conventional production method from which to work. Learn about CEREC Connect, Sirona’s new central model fabrication center and how to gain access to a full database of CEREC dentists from an expert in CAD/CAM laboratory applications.

Approved for 1.5 Professional Development CDT credits
For more information, call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

LAB DAY West 2010 (May 06, 2010 - May 07, 2010)

Saturday May 08
09:00 am - 10:30 am
Laguna Suite

Laboratory Marketing in the Digital Age

Norbert Ulmer, MBA, discusses the opportunities digital restorative technologies can offer laboratories in an increasingly competitive environment. He covers technology selection, integration and marketing, and presents suggestions and tools for successfully joining the digital age.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday May 08
09:00 am - 10:30 am
Garden 2 Room

Scan True With inEos® Blue

Chad Rogers introduces the latest development in scanning technology, Sirona’s new inEos® Blue desktop scanner that offers unique Bluecam technology, upgraded scan software and new user-friendly features. Learn how inEos Blue can add flexibility and economic scope to your lab, etiher as a stand-alone module or a key component of your inLab® CAD/CAM system.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday May 08
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Laguna Suite

Sirona inLab® Users Workshop

In this interactive Q&A session for inLab users only, Chad Rogers discusses the latest features and additions to Sirona inLab, including the new inEos Blue Dental Digitizer featuring Bluecam technology. Find out everything you’ve always wanted to know but never had the oportunity to ask.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday May 08
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm
Garden 2 Room

The Technical, Financial and Competitive Benefits of a Complete CAD/CAM System

The landscape of the laboratory profession continues to change with the evolution of materials, techniques, restorative designs and business practices. When considering the acquisition of a CAD/CAM system, making sound purchasing decisions requires careful research, especially for the small- to medium-sized laboratory. Bill Mrazek, BS, CDT, examines the factors necessary to justify an investment in a complete in-house milling system, including restoration design options, material selection, turnaround time, accuracy, consistency of product, learning curve, software versatility, reputation and history of the milling system manufacturer, customer support, future developments within the system, and initial cost of the system and return on investment.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday May 08
03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
Garden 2 Room

The Benefits of CAD/CAM to Small-Sized Labs (presented in Korean)

Speaking in Korean, Patrick Lee presents the benefits of using CAD/CAM technology for producing all-ceramic copings and frameworks. Lee draws on more than four years of his own first-hand CAD/CAM experiences to discuss how this technology surpasses traditional casting techniques and increases productivity for one- to five-person labs.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Saturday May 08
03:00 pm - 04:30 pm
Laguna Suite

Sirona’s Vision for Digital Laboratory Solutions

In this comprehensive update, Jeff Youngerman, CDT, presents Sirona’s latest developments in products and services—including inEos® Blue desktop scanner which incorporates Sirona’s patented Bluecam technology, the new Biogeneric software module and 3D custom implant abutments—and offers a forecast for Sirona and its ongoing solutions for the laboratory industry.

Call 800-659-5977, ext. 104

Clinic Speakers

Eddie Corrales

Eddie Corrales is a graduate of the Dental Technology Institute and opened his state-of-the-art lab, Downtown Dental Designs, in San Diego in 1997. Unique in his approach, Corrales seeks the perfect smile by creating a completely natural restoration, precisely tailored to each smile he designs. He is an LVI and PAC-Live graduate, and is currently working with the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry in Arizona, sharing his knowledge in CAD/CAM technology. His lab is part of the CEREC Connect Network.

Barry Diener

Barry Diener is presenting on behalf of Sirona Dental Systems, LLC.

Russell Giordano

Dr. Russell Giordano, DMD, DMSc, FADM, is an associate professor and director of biomaterials in the Department of Restorative Dentistry/Biomaterials at the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. He is a fellow of the Academy of Dental Materials and has been actively involved in ceramic materials development and CAD/CAM systems at MIT, Harvard and Boston University. He currently serves on the editorial board of the Massachusetts Dental Society, JDT, Spectrum and Journal of Dentistry.

Patrick Lee

Patrick Lee has over 25 years of experience in crown and bridge, specializing in all-ceramic restorations with 3-D CAD/CAM technology. His expertise in creating vital, all-ceramic restorations has made him a popular educator, especially in areas of Vident YZ and Ivoclar IPS e.max. A Minnesota lab owner for 20 years, Lee is widely recognized for his experience conducting demonstration table clinics, as well as lecturing on the Sirona CEREC® System.

Bill Mrazek

Bill Mrazek, BS, CDT, owns Mrazek Prosthodontics, Ltd., a small high-end laboratory in Naperville, IL. He holds a BS degree in Biology from the University of Illinois, and an AS degree in Dental Technology. In addition to his 30 years of experience in the field, he is a regular contributor to LMT, and is on the editorial boards of PPAD and Collaborative Techniques.

Thomas Nieting

Thomas Nieting, CDT, is the technical marketing manager for CAD/CAM Lab Applications at Sirona Dental Systems, LLC. Prior to joining Sirona, he was the general manager of a 50-person, full service laboratory. He focuses on laboratory management and marketing, as well as CAD/CAM systems and has been instrumental in the beta testing of Sirona inLab. Nieting is a speaker at dental meetings across the U.S., has contributed to and authored articles in various dental publications, and acts as a business consultant on product development.

Chad Rogers

Chad Rogers, technical director at Professional Dental Lab Corp. in Elkhart, IN, has been involved with obstructive sleep apnea and trained laboratories throughout the country on fabrication, theory and design of the Oasys™ and TAP® appliances. Since 2005, he’s concentrated his technical knowledge and expertise on CAD/CAM, helping to make Professional Dental Lab the second producer of CEREC restorations in the state. He also offers CEREC training to local specialists.

Norbert Ulmer

Norbert Ulmer, MBA, is co-founder of Dentatrust, which specializes in digital dentistry and consulting services. Previously, he worked for Sirona Dental Systems for 10 years and was instrumental in the development, introduction and growth of CEREC inLab, infiniDent and CEREC Connect. Ulmer serves on the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Products, Ad Hoc Group on CAD/CAM Dentistry, as well as JDT’s Communications Advisory Board.

Bruce Wonderland

Bruce Wonderland is presenting on behalf of Sirona Dental Systems, LLC.

Jeff Youngerman

Jeff Youngerman, CDT, is the southwest territory manager for Sirona Dental Systems, LLC. After graduating from the Simi Valley School of Dental Technology, he worked as a C&B technician and then for Leach and Dillon Alloys/The Argen Corp. for 10 years, gaining extensive knowledge of alloys and all-ceramic systems. He joined Sirona in 2005, where he trains and helps labs implement CAD/CAM technology and lectures on CAD/CAM applications around the country.

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