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The Dentist's Perspective: It's a Family Affair For the Zentist
LMT Communications, Inc. · Labs & Profiles · Jun 2013In 2008, Dr. Sonny Torres Oliva was profiled in the New York Times for his services and the spa-like environment in his mid-town Manhattan, NY dental office. Dubbed the "Zentist," his operatories feature...
Partnership and Patient Interaction: the Payoff For In-House Technicians
Becky Tyre · Labs & Profiles · Jun 2013LMT explores the in-house business model which provides technicians with the ultimate opportunity to be an integral part of the dental team and experience the satisfaction of interacting with patients—minus...
InLab Summit 2013: Sirona Launches New Scanners and Design Software
Kelly Fessel Carr · Industry News · Jun 2013> "Ten years ago, we could mill copings in five or six materials with inLab; now we can fabricate copings, crowns, bridges and abutments in more than 30 different materials. That's how far inLab has come!"...
Life Outside the Lab: Time Off is For the Dogs
Becky Tyre · Labs & Profiles · Jun 2013When he's not in the lab, Paul Fink is in the dog house, but there's nowhere he'd rather be. Breeding and showing champion Yorkshire Terriers is a passion for Paul, Owner of A Dental Creation in Vincennes,...
The Best in the West!
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Jun 2013The California sun was shining bright, but more than 1,600 laboratory owners, managers and technicians came indoors to join LMT for our 23rd annual LAB DAY West on May 10-11 in Garden Grove, CA. The largest...
Capture Dental Arts Celebrates Mother's Day With Smile Give-A-Way
Kelly Fessel Carr · Technicians on a Mission · Labs & Profiles · May 2013What a way to celebrate Mother's Day! Each year, Jessica Birrell, CDT, FACE, Owner, Capture Dental Arts in Saratoga Springs, UT, sponsors a Mother's Day Smile Give-A-Way.
Implants Still Going Strong
Kim Molinaro · LMT Surveys · May 2013Despite the fact that many lab owners have been feeling the effects of the economy in many areas of their businesses, the majority of respondents to LMT's latest survey say the implant department isn't one of them.
Digital Technology, Big Names Draw Over 900 Attendees to LMT's LAB DAY East
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · May 2013> LMT's LAB DAY EAST—the largest dental laboratory trade show on the East Coast—was the place to be to research digital technology. This year, of the 93 exhibitors, over 40 companies offered...
DK Mungyo Announces New Die Stones
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · May 2013DK Mungyo's new Die Stone Gold is a type 4 stone specially formulated for implant and CAD/CAM models. It offers a .07% setting expansion and high compressive strength (62.8MPa at one hour). Offering good...
Smile Line USA Launches Smile Lite Shade-Taking Tool
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · May 2013Chris Bradley of Smile Line USA tells Vinod Dudhat, MDT, American Dental Designs, Montgomeryville, PA, all about the new Smile Lite, a lightweight, hand-held tool that makes shade taking more reliable...
Top Industry Trends at LAB DAY Chicago
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013All-ceramics, implants, profit erosion and other hot topics inspired dialogue during the biggest weekend of the year.
3Shape Launches D900 Scanner, LABcare™ Program and Expanded TRIOS Features
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013The 3Shape clinic room at LAB DAY was bustling as the company made several key announcements and offered a variety of product demonstrations. Show attendees got the first look at 3Shape's latest scanner,...
Tizian™ Smart Scan Operates 70% Faster
LMT Communications, Inc. · LAB DAY · Apr 2013Schutz's new desktop-size scanner, the Tizian Smart Scan, features an optical light and large-capacity scanning bay that allows you to scan fully articulated models with most articulation systems. In addition,...
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Digital Dentistry
The biggest trend in dental technology: CAD/CAM and rapid prototyping
The Future of 3D Printing
Kelly Fessel CarrLMT talks with Avi Cohen, Director of global Dental at Stratasys, about the potential of 3D printing in our industry and his company's newest offerings.
Digital Prep Guide, Intraoral Scanners: Highlights of Annual CAD/CAM Event
Kim MolinaroFrom new ways to digitize workflows to product launches and enhanced equipment and software, the DLOAC’s CAD/CAM Expo and Symposium was the place to be to learn about the...
Technology to Watch: AvaDent™ Digital Dentures
Kelly Fessel Carr>Since launching AvaDent Digital Dentures last fall, Global Dental Science has milled close to 2,000 arches. The dentures are currently being marketed directly to dentists;...
Here Are 4 Faster, Smarter, Better CAD/CAM Strategies: Now Post Yours, Too
LMT Communications, Inc.A collection of Faster, Smarter, Better CAD/CAM Strategies
Industry News
What's new with labs, manufacturers and suppliers
InLab Summit 2013: Sirona Launches New Scanners and Design Software
Kelly Fessel Carr> "Ten years ago, we could mill copings in five or six materials with inLab; now we can fabricate copings, crowns, bridges and abutments in more than 30 different materials....
Winners of Candulor's KunstZahnWerk® Competition Announced
Kelly Fessel CarrThe coveted first-place award in Candulor's KunstZahnWerk Competition—known as the Oscars of Removable Prosthetics—went to Skender Ramadani from Zurich. Coming in 2014: Candulor's second North...
Removable Arena
LMT Communications, Inc.Are digital dentures coming our way? Also, to meet the growing demand for removable restorations, several manufacturers introduced new teeth and other accompanying products to enhance function, esthetics and efficiency.
Digital Manufacturing Equipment
Kelly Fessel CarrThe proliferation of digital technologies continued to flourish at the IDS, with more and more digital manufacturing solutions that enable users to address a greater number of applications and work with...
LAB DAY
Product Launches and Company News from Our LAB DAY Events
The Best in the West!
LMT Communications, Inc.The California sun was shining bright, but more than 1,600 laboratory owners, managers and technicians came indoors to join LMT for our 23rd annual LAB DAY West on May 10-11...
Digital Technology, Big Names Draw Over 900 Attendees to LMT's LAB DAY East
LMT Communications, Inc.> LMT's LAB DAY EAST—the largest dental laboratory trade show on the East Coast—was the place to be to research digital technology. This year, of the 93 exhibitors,...
DK Mungyo Announces New Die Stones
LMT Communications, Inc.DK Mungyo's new Die Stone Gold is a type 4 stone specially formulated for implant and CAD/CAM models. It offers a .07% setting expansion and high compressive strength (62.8MPa...
Smile Line USA Launches Smile Lite Shade-Taking Tool
LMT Communications, Inc.Chris Bradley of Smile Line USA tells Vinod Dudhat, MDT, American Dental Designs, Montgomeryville, PA, all about the new Smile Lite, a lightweight, hand-held tool that makes...
Labs & Profiles
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The Dentist's Perspective: It's a Family Affair For the Zentist
LMT Communications, Inc.In 2008, Dr. Sonny Torres Oliva was profiled in the New York Times for his services and the spa-like environment in his mid-town Manhattan, NY dental office. Dubbed the "Zentist,"...
Partnership and Patient Interaction: the Payoff For In-House Technicians
Becky TyreLMT explores the in-house business model which provides technicians with the ultimate opportunity to be an integral part of the dental team and experience the satisfaction...
Life Outside the Lab: Time Off is For the Dogs
Becky TyreWhen he's not in the lab, Paul Fink is in the dog house, but there's nowhere he'd rather be. Breeding and showing champion Yorkshire Terriers is a passion for Paul, Owner...
Affordable Dentures® Ramps Up Commitment to NCMOM
Maribeth MarsicoA supporter of NCMOM since 2009, Affordable Dentures Dental Laboratories, Inc. (ADDL) ramped up its commitment in 2012, participating in six events.
LMT Surveys
Original industry-specific research exclusively from LMT
Digital Technology Survey
LMT Communications, Inc.LMT's latest survey data shows that digital technology continues to revolutionize the way laboratories work: more laboratories than ever—55%—now have digital fabrication equipment in house....
Implants Still Going Strong
Kim MolinaroDespite the fact that many lab owners have been feeling the effects of the economy in many areas of their businesses, the majority of respondents to LMT's latest survey say...
State of the Porcelain Market
LMT Communications, Inc.The growing popularity of all-ceramic restorations continues to erode the PFM market. The percentage of metal-free work being done—45%—is up 15% in just three years, and 20% since 2008.
How's Business?
Maribeth MarsicoSixty-eight percent of the larger laboratory respondents to LMT’s latest How’s Business? survey are optimistic about this year, compared to only 42% of labs with five or fewer employees.
Management
Business, personnel, financial and service strategies to fine-tune your operation
Cost-Cutting Strategies
Michael HillIn the latest installment of Barry D. The Lab Guy, Laboratory Owner Mike Hill explains his strategies for protecting the bottom line.
Relationship Boosters
Kim MolinaroSix ways proactive laboratory owners are keeping their customer relationships strong and the cases flowing in.
29 Tips to Maximize Your Connection With Dentist-Clients
Kim MolinaroFrom consistency and good service to referrals and successful seminars, these tips and techniques help you maintain the relationships you have and find the customers you want.
How to Reduce Labor-to-Sales Ratios and Remakes and Increase Productivity
Bob Gitman>The cost of labor can constitute as much as 50% of production costs in some laboratories, making it a key factor in determining the success of the business. One of the fairest and most effective ways...
Marketing
How to capture the dentist's attention
Continuing Education: the #1 Strategy to Connect With Clients
Marc DaichmanFor years, Laboratory Co-Owner Marc Daichman has been sponsoring continuing education events for dentists at least once a week. He finds it to be the best, fastest and easiest way to connect with clients and build his business.
7 Marketing Strategies to Boost Your Business: Share Your Faster, Smarter, Better Marketing Tips Here!
LMT Communications, Inc.February 2012-- ###Problem: I'd like to boost my laboratory's name recognition in my local community. What are some low-cost public relations strategies? Strategy: Public relations initiatives are...
3 Faster, Smarter, Better Customer Service Strategies to Boost Your Business: What Are Your Secrets For Excellent Customer Service?
LMT Communications, Inc.>In this economy, working faster, smarter, better is the key to riding out the storm. Here are 3 easy-to-implement tips that can lead to a leaner, meaner, more efficient laboratory operation. ###Problem:...
Loyalty Rewards Programs: Build Loyalty, Control Cash Flow and Add Value
LMT Communications, Inc.Loyalty rewards programs are an effective way to maintain strong relationships with your top clients, encourage their repeat business, optimize cross-selling opportunities and regulate cash flow.
Promotion
Promotional content from the industry
Product Focus: Laboratory Furniture
LMT Communications, Inc.>Furniture manufacturers and distributors offer a wealth of design and renovation strategies. Here, seven companies share how they helped their laboratory customers realize their vision, whether it was...
Afghanistan Dental Relief Project Looking For Help
Afghanistan Dental Relief Project, Inc.Hello, ADRP Supporter! The land for our project in Kabul is being sold by the owner, who is in debt and needs the money. He is allowing the project to buy the land, but...
CDA Cares Free Dental Clinic For Californians in Need
Carol Pilmer>CDA Cares Free Dental Clinic for Californians in Need >Sponsored by the California Dental Association (CDA), CDA Foundation and America's Dentists Care Foundation ###When:...
PRESENT YOUR BEST DENTURE WORK by July 31, 2012 and Earn a Chance to Win $500 From Heraeus
Heraeus KulzerGet the most "likes" of your photos of your upper or lower removable posted on this page and you could win $500. Contest ends July 31, 2012.
Technical
Trends and techniques to enhance your production, efficiency and profitability
Digital Captek: a New, Easier Way to Fabricate Captek Restorations
Rob Teachout, CDT, LVI, BScRob Teachout, BS, CDT, shares the step-by-step technique for using Argen's new digital service for high-strength, Digital Captek restorations.
PFM Restorations Transform Patient's Smile
Luke Kahng, CDTRestoring the smile of a dentist’s relative can be particularly challenging. Here, Luke Kahng shares how he transformed the smile of a client’s mother-in-law with two PFM bridges and one PFM crown.
Lakeland Dental Technologies: Streamlining Workflow, Improving Efficiency
Jensen DentalIn just one year, Lakeland Dental Technologies, Grand Rapids, MN, has improved consistency, reduced remakes, and nearly eliminated hand waxing using the complete Jensen Digital Solution.
10 Tips For Pressing Success With Programat® Pressing Furnaces From Ivoclar Vivadent
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.Proper calibration and spruing techniques are just two of the ways to ensure you're getting the most accurate results with Ivoclar Vivadent¹s Programat® Pressing Furnaces.
The Way I See It
Words of wisdom from LMT Publisher Judy Fishman
Don't Channel Steve Jobs
Judy FishmanLike most of you, I did not have any kind of formal management training. Instead, my route to figuring out how to do it right was fraught with twists and turns, leaving my early-career staff members confused...
We All Scream . . . Because We Can: a Different Kind of Journalism
Judy FishmanJust about every online news story enables readers to add comments at the end of the coverage. It's really wonderful to have this means of voicing our opinions and reactions to things that go on around...
They Want What You've Got . . . and They Need It, Too
Judy FishmanWhat’s the number one thing most “singles” want in a potential date? Nice teeth.
Love, Loss and the Need For Change
Judy Fishman> LMT's home is Newtown, Connecticut. Several of us live here, too. When I heard David Wheeler, the father of 6-year-old Sandy Hook shooting victim, Ben, speak last month, I felt his words needed to...
