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Joe Abadsantos
Jenny Abbott-Cole
Frank Alford
Almontaser Alkurdi 
Daniel Alter, CDT
Alejandra Arias
Alek Aronin
Alexander Askalsky, CDT
Nick Azar
Esteban Barbalace, MDT
Marco Barrera
Katherin Barros, DT
Roseli Batista
Jon Bergstresser, CDT
Igor Binshteyn
Valdemar Blaszak
Mel Blum, CDT
Rich Boccio, CDT
Larry Bodony
Stan Bookstaber, CDT
Gail Broderick, MDT
About This Expo
LAB DAY East
Since its debut in 2000, LAB DAY EAST has become the must-attend event on the East Coast. Held annually...
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3Shape Dental System 2013
3Shape, Inc. · LAB DAY East 2013
Lucas Walter highlights the new features of 3Shape's 2013 Dental System CAD software. Course includes a Q&A session.
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A Properly Fabricated Removable Flexible Partial
Elvis Rosado guides you through the entire process for fabricating a TCS flexible partial while focusing on specific...See more areas and answering questions. This is an excellent class for technicians new to thermoplastics as well as experienced technicians looking to improve their quality or learn new techniques.
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All Zirconia is Not the Same
Kerox Dental, Ltd. · LAB DAY East 2013
William Leo covers the most current trends in zirconia manufacturing of blocks, zirconia-colorizing techniques,...See more popular milling systems, scanners and other necessary products and applications for fabrications of various implant level and abutment level restorations.
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Broaden Product Offerings and Enhance Productivity in Your Lab with Argen Digital
Argen Corp. · LAB DAY East 2013
Learn how the DigitalPFM™ from Argen Digital's technology center is easily integrated into your lab, saves production...See more time and increases efficiencies. Marlin Gohn, CDT, explains how the digital workflow process can help expand the capacity of your laboratory and reviews material offerings and the simple step-by-step process for working with Argen Digital.
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Capture the Synergy for Achieving Success
Amann Girrbach America · LAB DAY East 2013
Luke Kahng, CDT, explains how to maximize your milling system and illustrates how to make beautiful zirconia restorations.
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Cercon® ht Full Contour Zirconia
DENTSPLY Prosthetics · LAB DAY East 2013
In this hands-on course, learn how to achieve optimum esthetics with Cercon ht full contour zirconia, the next...See more generation of Cercon® technology. Attendees use the Cercon® Stain and Glaze Kit that includes 16 custom shades to achieve easy-to-produce, esthetic results.
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Demonstration: Boutique to Production: Ceramics for Fast, Easy, Esthetic Cases
Vident, a VITA® Company · LAB DAY East 2013
As competition increases, labs must accommodate insurance-based restorations as well as custom high-end esthetic...See more smiles. A porcelain system must provide the necessary esthetics yet also accomplish fast and easy production. Bill Mrazek, CDT, demonstrates the layering of a restoration and explains how high quality porcelains offer your lab the flexibility to produce picture-perfect custom restorations at minimal cost but have the handling characteristics of production porcelains.
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Demonstration: Getting the Edge on Removables
Vident, a VITA® Company · LAB DAY East 2013
From a market overview on removables to the setting up of high-end cosmetic dentures, Dennis Urban, CDT, discusses...See more hot topics including implant overdentures, attachments, full mouth reconstruction and more. This seminar is a must for removable and crown and bridge technicians.
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Digital Dentistry Workflow Solutions from 3M ESPE and Jensen Dental
3M ESPE and Jensen Dental showcase the latest advancements in digital materials, hardware, software and new digital...See more workflows including 3M ESPE Lava Plus Zirconia System, Lava Ultimate resin nano ceramic and the new 3M™ True Definition Scanner.
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Esthetic Realities for Today and Tomorrow
Jensen Dental · LAB DAY East 2013
Even under the best of circumstances, the transfer of information between the dentist and technician for fabricating...See more restorations is difficult and challenging. Educated patients and the advancement of materials have created a need to didactically move through the diagnostic process biomechanically, functionally, periodontally and esthetically. Peter Pizzi, MDT, presents a rational methodology to help eliminate the frustrations often encountered during this endeavor and focuses on the "Team Concept" of restorative dentistry.
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- 3M ESPE
- Saturday9:00 am - 10:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Digital Dentistry Workflow Solutions from 3M ESPE and Jensen Dental
3M ESPE
St. Paul MN, United States3M ESPE and Jensen Dental showcase the latest advancements in digital materials, hardware, software and new digital workflows including 3M ESPE Lava Plus Zirconia System, Lava Ultimate resin nano ceramic...
- 3Shape, Inc.
- Saturday1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
3Shape Dental System 2013
3Shape, Inc.
New Providence NJ, United StatesLucas Walter highlights the new features of 3Shape's 2013 Dental System CAD software. Course includes a Q&A session.
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Lucas Walter
North American Trainer
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- Amann Girrbach America
- Saturday8:00 am - 10:00 am
Capture the Synergy for Achieving Success
Amann Girrbach America
Charlotte NC, United StatesLuke Kahng, CDT, explains how to maximize your milling system and illustrates how to make beautiful zirconia restorations.
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Luke Kahng, CDT
Owner
Thomas King and Mel Blum, CDT follow this -
- American Dental Supply, Inc.
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Progressive Use of Your Quality System Including Chemical Awareness to Improve Profits
American Dental Supply, Inc.
Allentown PA, United States(co-sponsored with SafeLink Consulting, Inc.) Mary Borg shows you how a progressive approach to quality improves productivity and makes you more competitive in the global marketplace. Les Hochhauser...
- Argen Corp.
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Broaden Product Offerings and Enhance Productivity in Your Lab with Argen Digital
Argen Corp.
San Diego CA, United StatesLearn how the DigitalPFM™ from Argen Digital's technology center is easily integrated into your lab, saves production time and increases efficiencies. Marlin Gohn, CDT, explains how the digital workflow...
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Marlin Gohn, CDT
Technical Education Manager
Tomasz Gudanek, CDT and Dan Perera, MDT follow this -
- B&D Dental Technologies
- Saturday8:00 am - 8:50 am
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 am
11:00 am - 11:50 am
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pmThe Revolutionary Origin Live Plus 2-in-1 Zirconia: Learn a Simple Coloring Process to Create Gradation of Chroma™ with a Translucent Incisal Effect
B&D Dental Technologies
West Valley City UT, United StatesVincent Tauro explains how the Origin Live Plus Zirconia 2-in-1 system allows users to mill strong, translucent substructures and full contour restorations on the same disc. When paired with the Chroma™...
- Saturday8:00 am - 8:50 am
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 am
11:00 am - 11:50 am
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pmThe New Origin IntelligenceS Certified Scan and Design Training (Crown & Bridge)
B&D Dental Technologies
West Valley City UT, United StatesBring the power of CAD/CAM to your laboratory with a low-cost, high-value system that provides the necessary tools for comprehensive design of crown and bridge, implant abutments and Origin LIVE™ Full...
Sung Mi Han, CDT and Tomasz Gudanek, CDT follow this - Saturday12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
KOD Digital Prep Guide (Invitation Only)
B&D Dental Technologies
West Valley City UT, United StatesSteve Campbell discusses how the KOD Digital Prep Guide eliminates possible errors due to temporaries, prep design, impressions and stone models, and allows you to provide optimal restorative outcomes.
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Steve Campbell
Manager
Paul Hansen, DDS follows this -
- BEGO USA, Inc.
- Saturday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Scanning and Outsourcing is a Win-Win!
BEGO USA, Inc.
Lincoln RI, United StatesIf you are on the edge of the CAD world and ready to jump in, see how BEGO's formula of technical support and a complete range of products create a partnership for success. Bill Oremus shows you how to...
- DENTSPLY Implants
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Modern Laboratory's Role in Bringing Critical Technology to the Project Management of Implant Dentistry
DENTSPLY Implants
Waltham MA, United StatesTissue management is one of the most critical steps to an esthetic implant crown, with the abutment connection playing a critical role for achieving the ideal emergence profile. Lars Hansson, CDT, focuses...
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Lars Hansson, CDT
Implant Specialist
Thomas King and Jon Bergstresser, CDT follow this -
- DENTSPLY Prosthetics
- Saturday9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cercon® ht Full Contour Zirconia
DENTSPLY Prosthetics
York PA, United StatesIn this hands-on course, learn how to achieve optimum esthetics with Cercon ht full contour zirconia, the next generation of Cercon® technology. Attendees use the Cercon® Stain and Glaze Kit that includes...
Tomasz Gudanek, CDT and Kevin Carter follow this - Saturday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Latest in Light Cured Prosthetics
DENTSPLY Prosthetics
York PA, United StatesLight-cured appliances are gaining in popularity due to time saved in processing and other advantages. This lecture/hands-on course gives you the opportunity to interact with resins that can be cured in...
- Heraeus Kulzer
- Saturday1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The Dentist-Laboratory Relationship: What Does the Future Hold?
Heraeus Kulzer
South Bend IN, United StatesWith CAD/CAM, All on 4, implants, outsourcing, baby boomers driving demand for dental solutions and diminishing number of prosthetic technicians, dentistry is changing at a fast pace. Craig Nelson, CDT,...
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Craig Nelson, CDT
Technical Manager Scientific and clinical affairs
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- Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
IvoBase™ Precision Denture Press System
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United StatesBill Barton, CDT, TE, explains the limitations of conventional processing techniques and shows how the IvoBase™ system and technique processes precision dentures. He also explains the benefits of...
- Jensen Dental
- Saturday8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jensen Dental Clinics
Jensen Dental
North Haven CT, United StatesDetails on demonstrations and lectures coming soon.
- Saturday10:00 am - 11:00 am
Esthetic Realities for Today and Tomorrow
Jensen Dental
North Haven CT, United StatesEven under the best of circumstances, the transfer of information between the dentist and technician for fabricating restorations is difficult and challenging. Educated patients and the advancement of...
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Peter Pizzi
Owner/Manager
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- Kerox Dental, Ltd.
- Saturday8:00 am - 10:00 am
All Zirconia is Not the Same
Kerox Dental, Ltd.
Demorest GA, United StatesWilliam Leo covers the most current trends in zirconia manufacturing of blocks, zirconia-colorizing techniques, popular milling systems, scanners and other necessary products and applications for fabrications...
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William J Leo, RDT/CDT
Managing Director/Kerox Dental LTD.
Jamal Nasri follows this -
- Kuraray America, Inc.
- Saturday8:00 am - 9:00 am
Material Science and Proper Laboratory Procedures for Successful Posterior Restorations
Kuraray America, Inc.
New York NY, United StatesMasayuki Saito, RDT, explains the material science of PFM, PFZ, FCZ and Pressed LD, and the crucial points of laboratory procedures to minimize risk. He also discusses time-efficient methods and how to...
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Masayuki Saito, RDT
Master Ceramist, Manager of Ceramic Depertment
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- Saturday9:00 am - 10:00 am
Internal Stain World for Reproduction of Natural Teeth
Kuraray America, Inc.
New York NY, United StatesAlek Aronin, RDT, introduces various techniques of internal staining accompanied with clinical cases that help you to discover simple but powerful ways to perfect your work. Learn how to fabricate natural-looking...
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Alek Aronin
Dental Technologist
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- Myerson, LLC
- Saturday2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Getting the Most out of Metal Free Partials using DuraFlex, DurAcetal and the FlexPress Automated Digital Injection System
Myerson, LLC
Chicago IL, United StatesKris Shermerhorn, CDT, reviews techniques on how to make clasps using the HotShotElite with DuraFlex, DuraCetal and VisiClear. He also discusses cases from his lab and explains how to repair a DuraFlex...
- NBC/LMT
- Saturday8:00 am - 10:45 am
Written CDT Comprehensive and RG Examinations
NBC/LMT
, United StatesPre-registration by March 4 was required but a few walk-in spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Saturday12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Written CDT Specialty Examinations
NBC/LMT
, United StatesPre-registration by March 4 was required but a few walk-in spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Jamal Nasri and Marta Lizza follow this - Nobel Biocare
- Saturday9:00 am - 11:30 am
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
NobelProcera Overdenture CAD Design Workshop
Nobel Biocare
Yorba Linda CA, United StatesThis course discusses the various overdenture bar design options available within the NobelProcera System and features hands-on demonstrations. Topics include NobelProcera history, scanner technology,...
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Joseph Perillo, CDT
NobelProcera Education Manager
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- Nobilium/Ticonium
- Saturday8:00 am - 10:00 am
It's All In How You Look At It!
Nobilium/Ticonium
Albany NY, United StatesSame ole problems, take a new look! Whether you have been in the laboratory for a long time or are a novice, you have encountered problems with casting, spruing, expansion, etc. Elmer Rose, CDT, reviews...
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Elmer L Rose, CDT
Director of Technical Services
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- PREAT Corp.
- Saturday8:00 am - 8:55 am
New Implant Technologies
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesChris and Tom Bormes discuss PREAT's PRISM Design and Production Center and how it provides the geometric freedom of additive manufacturing technology combined with the accuracy of CNC-controlled machining...
- Saturday9:00 am - 9:55 am
What's New?
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesChris and Tom Bormes cover several topics including implant dentistry and how PRISM Design and Production Center combines the accuracy of 5-axis milling with the design freedom of Additive Selective Laser...
Jon Bergstresser, CDT follows this - Saturday10:00 am - 10:55 am
Implant Overdentures
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesChris and Tom Bormes provide a general overview and theory of case design to help attendees decide when to use a bar or stud attachment. Learn why and when to use a bar or stud attachment, the advantages...
- Saturday11:00 am - 11:55 am
Fiber is Good for You
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesChris and Tom Bormes discuss the science of glass fiber reinforcement and strengthening and eliminate the misconceptions about reinforcement. They explain what really works and why, and show how you can...
Christine Beswick, CDT follows this - SafeLink Consulting, Inc.
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Progressive Use of Your Quality System Including Chemical Awareness to Improve Profits
SafeLink Consulting, Inc.
Cumming GA, United States(Co-sponsored with American Dental Supply) Mary Borg shows you how a progressive approach to quality improves productivity and makes you more competitive in the global marketplace. Les Hochhauser offers...
Jon Bergstresser, CDT and Laurie Tate follow this - Sterngold
- Saturday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Implant Overdentures: How to Add Profit to the Bottom Line
Sterngold
Attleboro MA, United StatesJames Ellison, CDT, covers essential technical, business and marketing aspects of the implant overdenture market. He addresses the biomechanical and clinical aspects of implant-supported overdentures;...
- Sterngold/Cendres+Métaux
- Saturday8:00 am - 10:00 am
Technical Aspects of Implant-Supported Overdenture Loading Solutions
Sterngold/Cendres+Métaux
, United StatesFrank Munzenmeyer, CDT, covers a variety of loading solutions for implant-supported overdentures. He also discusses recommendations for precision attachments and bars for complete dentures; the Stress...
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Frank Munzenmayer, CDT
Technical Education Manager
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- TCS, Inc.
- Saturday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Properly Fabricated Removable Flexible Partial
TCS, Inc.
Signal Hill CA, United StatesElvis Rosado guides you through the entire process for fabricating a TCS flexible partial while focusing on specific areas and answering questions. This is an excellent class for technicians new to thermoplastics...
- Vident, a VITA® Company
- Saturday10:30 am - 11:30 am
Lecture: Boutique to Production: Ceramics for Fast, Easy, Esthetic Cases
Vident, a VITA® Company
Brea CA, United StatesAs competition increases, labs must accommodate insurance-based restorations as well as custom high-end esthetic smiles. A porcelain system must provide the necessary esthetics yet also accomplish fast...
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Bill Mrazek, BSc, CDT
Owner/Consultant
Tomasz Gudanek, CDT and Roseli Batista follow this -
- Saturday11:30 am - 12:30 pm
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Demonstration: Boutique to Production: Ceramics for Fast, Easy, Esthetic Cases
Vident, a VITA® Company
Brea CA, United StatesAs competition increases, labs must accommodate insurance-based restorations as well as custom high-end esthetic smiles. A porcelain system must provide the necessary esthetics yet also accomplish fast...
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Bill Mrazek, BSc, CDT
Owner/Consultant
Tomasz Gudanek, CDT follows this -
- Saturday1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lecture: Getting the Edge on Removables
Vident, a VITA® Company
Brea CA, United StatesFrom a market overview on removables to the setting up of high-end cosmetic dentures, Dennis Urban, CDT, discusses hot topics including implant overdentures, attachments, full mouth reconstruction and...
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Dennis Urban, CDT
Senior Sales Professional
Josef Kolbeck and Thomas King follow this -
- Saturday11:30 am - 12:30 pm
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Demonstration: Getting the Edge on Removables
Vident, a VITA® Company
Brea CA, United StatesFrom a market overview on removables to the setting up of high-end cosmetic dentures, Dennis Urban, CDT, discusses hot topics including implant overdentures, attachments, full mouth reconstruction and...
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Dennis Urban, CDT
Senior Sales Professional
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- Yamahachi Dental Products USA, Inc.
- Saturday3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Yamahachi Dental Clinics
Yamahachi Dental Products USA, Inc.
Nutley NJ, United StatesDetails to come.
- Zimmer Dental, Inc.
Introduction to the Zfx Dental CAD System
Zimmer Dental, Inc.
Carlsbad CA, United StatesMark Massey, CDT, introduces the new Zfx Dental CAD system, an open platform system with an intuitive, step-by-step design flow for creating a wide variety of restorations. Zimmer is bringing the Zfx portfolio...
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Mark Massey, CDT
Zfx Operations Supervisor
Jamal Nasri and Tomasz Gudanek, CDT follow this-
- Zirkonzahn USA, Inc.
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn Together, Succeed Together
Zirkonzahn USA, Inc.
Norcross GA, United StatesZirconium silicate has proven over the years to be a valuable substitute to metal in most rehabilitations. Enrico Steger, MDT, speaks about his experience with the material, offers tips for enhancing your...
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Enrico Steger, MDT
Founder
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