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Attending (1,625)
Llandro Abadilla, CDT
Jenny Abbott-Cole
Eduardo Abrego
Lisa Aguirre
Mary Ann Ancelmo
Hamid Arabestani
Charlie Azar
Konstantin Badeyan
Esteban Barbalace, MDT
Milton S. Beckner , CDT/TE
Connie Bennett
Jon Berry, CDT
Russ Binder
Brian Binnie
Jessica Birrell, CDT
Tracy Bischof, CDT
Jay Black, CDT
Sandy Blevins, CDT
Larry Bodony
Andrew Bravo
Jin Byon, CDT
About This Expo
LAB DAY West
Second only to LAB DAY Chicago, LAB DAY West is the largest laboratory trade show on the west coast....
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Clinics (61)
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3Shape Trainings
3Shape, Inc. · LAB DAY West 2013
Lucas Walter highlights the features of 3Shape's 2013 Dental System CAD software in the following sessions. Each...See more includes a Q&A session and is approved for 1 scientific credit: 10:00am-10:45am, 4:00pm-4:45pm: New Dental System 2013 12:00pm-12:45pm: Customized Abutments and Implant Bars and Bridges 2:00pm-2:45pm: Digital Temporaries 3:00pm-3:45pm: TRIOS® Integration and Model Builder
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A Practical Approach to Color Theory for the Dental Technician
GC America, Inc. · LAB DAY West 2013
Richard Atanay explains basic color theory and how it applies to everyday use in the lab. Also learn how chromatic...See more grays are the answer for all your restorations when it comes to matching 3D shades with GC's Initial IQ Lustre Paste.
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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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Achieving Return (ROI) on Technology Investment
Whip Mix Corp. · LAB DAY West 2013
Chuck Yenkner explores return on investment, calculating ROI and how to make technology payoff. Using case examples...See more from real labs, he discusses what works and what does not in order to help you avoid the mistakes others have made when investing in new technology. Attendees learn solid ideas you can use to make good decisions for your lab.
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Advanced Bar Designs—Overdenture and Hybrids--Beyond the Basic Full Wrap
Nobel Biocare · LAB DAY West 2013
Thomas Wade, CDT, discusses the diagnostic considerations for adequate restorative space, the number of implants...See more and implant locators used, and the pro's and con's of various implant bar and attachment options. He also shares current computer scanning and design techniques using CAD software and reviews the protocol for predictable success.
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Behind the Scenes: Rule the Opacity; Gain Ultimate Control Over Porcelain
Kuraray America, Inc. · LAB DAY West 2013
Hiroki Goto, RDT, provides attendees with effective tips for basic porcelain work and advanced approaches for complex...See more cases. He covers masking porcelain for veneers, concepts for CZR porcelain and winning approaches for complicated applications.
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Capture the Synergy for Achieving Success
Amann Girrbach America · LAB DAY West 2013
Luke Kahng, CDT, explains how to maximize your milling system and illustrates how to make beautiful zirconia restorations.
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Comprehensive Understanding of Chemicals Used in the Dental Lab
American Dental Supply, Inc. · LAB DAY West 2013
Les Hochhauser gives a comprehensive review of the chemicals used in the lab today, and how to know which ones...See more to avoid and which are hazardous.
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Creative Edge Symposium
BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp. · LAB DAY West 2013
Preat Corp., BEGO USA and Whip Mix Corp. bring you a full day of CE-approved educational programs and continuous...See more product and technical demonstrations. This year's featured presenters include Mark Jackson, CDT; Rob Kreyer, CDT; and Bill Oremus.
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Demonstrations: Boutique to Production: Ceramics for Fast, Easy, Esthetic Cases
Vident, a VITA® Company · LAB DAY West 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 can offer your lab the flexibility to produce picture-perfect restorations at minimal cost with the handling characteristics of production porcelains.
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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...
Amber Alvarado and David Yang, RDT follow this - 3Shape, Inc.
- Friday10:00 am - 3:00 pm
3Shape Trainings
3Shape, Inc.
New Providence NJ, United StatesLucas Walter highlights the features of 3Shape's 2013 Dental System CAD software in the following sessions. Each includes a Q&A session and is approved for 1 scientific credit: 10:00am-10:45am, 4:00pm-4:45pm:...
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Lucas Walter
North American Trainer
Kent Kohli, CDT follows this -
- 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
Nathan McBride follows this -
- American Dental Supply, Inc.
- Friday3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Comprehensive Understanding of Chemicals Used in the Dental Lab
American Dental Supply, Inc.
Allentown PA, United StatesLes Hochhauser gives a comprehensive review of the chemicals used in the lab today, and how to know which ones to avoid and which are hazardous.
- Argen Corp.
- Friday8:00 am - 10:00 am
10:00 am - 12:00 pm1:30 pm - 3:30 pmSaturday8:00 am - 10:00 am
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
How the Digital Highway Will Enhance Productivity and Broaden Product Offerings in Your Lab
Argen Corp.
San Diego CA, United StatesMarlin Gohn, CDT, explains how the DigitalPFM™ is easily integrated into your lab's current landscape through Argen's new Digital Center. He also reviews material offerings--including the only noble digital...
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Marlin Gohn, CDT
Technical Education Manager
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- B&D Dental Technologies
- Friday8:00 am - 8:50 am
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 amSaturday8:00 am - 8:50 am
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 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™...
Thomas Nguyen and Rosa Mccormick follow this - Friday8:00 am - 8:50 am
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 amSaturday8:00 am - 8:50 am
11:00 am - 11:50 am
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
9:00 am - 9:50 am10:00 am - 10:50 am
11:00 am - 11:50 am
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 StatesThis clinic 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™...
David Yang, RDT follows this - Friday12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Saturday12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
DigitalPrep Guide (Invitation Only)
B&D Dental Technologies
West Valley City UT, United StatesSteve Campbell discusses how the DigitalPrep 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
Jack Garcia, CDT follows this -
- BEGO USA, Inc.
- Saturday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Scanning and Outsourcing is a Win-Win Partnership for Success!
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...
- BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp.
- Friday9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Creative Edge Symposium
BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp.
, United StatesPreat Corp., BEGO USA and Whip Mix Corp. bring you a full day of CE-approved educational programs and continuous product and technical demonstrations. This year's featured presenters include Mark Jackson,...
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Mark Jackson, RDT
Owner
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Robert Kreyer, CDT
Director of Removable and Implant Prosthetics
Kent Kohli, CDT follows this -
- Friday1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Scanning and Outsourcing is a Win-Win Partnership for Success!
BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp.
, United StatesHow many times have you been told "work smart not hard"? Whether you are a one-man lab or a medium-sized lab, the digital influence will change your laboratory forever. If you are on the edge of the CAD...
- Friday3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Why and How to Transition Your Dental Laboratory to a Digital Dental Laboratory
BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp.
, United StatesIn today's competitive environment, it's imperative that every lab owner critically examine his business and its future. To thrive, rather than just survive, requires investment. Mark Jackson, RDT, examines...
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Mark Jackson, RDT
Owner
Kent Kohli, CDT follows this -
- Friday5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Planning, Designing, and Communicating for Precision Removable Partial Prosthetics
BEGO USA, Preat Corp. and Whip Mix Corp.
, United StatesThis course features the integration of digital technology and techniques for removable prosthetics. Bob Kreyer, CDT, covers a new manufacturing process for bars, bridges and partial denture frameworks...
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Robert Kreyer, CDT
Director of Removable and Implant Prosthetics
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- 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
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- DENTSPLY Prosthetics
- Friday9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Latest in LIght Cured Prosthetics Hands-On Courses
DENTSPLY Prosthetics
York PA, United StatesLight-cured appliances are gaining in popularity due to time saved in processing and other advantages. These two lectures/hands-on courses give you the opportunity to interact with resins that can be cured...
- GC America, Inc.
- Friday1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Art of Removable Dentures, Custom Stain, Finish and Decrease Processing Time
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesIn part one of this two-part clinic, Sean Cosme, CDT, demonstrates how to cure your heat-cured full dentures in three minutes. In part two, John Hunzicker custom stains the same denture with GC's Gradia Gum.
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Sean Cosme, CDT
Lab Manager
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- Saturday8:00 am - 9:00 am
Examine High Impact Acrylics and Their Place in Removable Prosthetics and the World of Implant Technology
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesSean Cosme, CDT, explains why high impact heat-cured acrylics like GC's new Super Hi Impact should be your choice for removable partial denture techniques.
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Sean Cosme, CDT
Lab Manager
Andrew Bravo and Woodrow Wessel, CDT follow this -
- Saturday9:30 am - 11:00 am
A Practical Approach to Color Theory for the Dental Technician
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesRichard Atanay explains basic color theory and how it applies to everyday use in the lab. Also learn how chromatic grays are the answer for all your restorations when it comes to matching 3D shades with...
Jordan Horkley and Adam Krohn, CDT follow this - Saturday11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Secret to Custom Shade Matching
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesTechnicians struggle with matching a single anterior tooth more than any other restorative process. What is the problem? Why are we so often unable to get a harmonious match? How can we achieve correct...
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Luke Kahng, CDT
Owner
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- Saturday1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Table Clinic: A Practical Approach to Basic Color Theory for the Dental Technician
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesWatch John Hunzicker as he recreates 3D shades on several restorations including PFMs, all ceramic and BruxZir with the use of chromatic grays and GC Initial IQ Luster Paste.
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John Hunzicker
Dental Laboratory Owner
Jordan Horkley and Adam Krohn, CDT follow this -
- Saturday2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Table Clinic: 'Killing It' with Your Single Restoration
GC America, Inc.
Alsip IL, United StatesObserve Chieu Cao, MDT, construct a difficult single central form for a live patient. He discusses photography, shade and porcelain selection, and application.
Vahagn Mkrtchyan, MDT follows this - Heraeus Kulzer
- Saturday1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Future of Prosthetics
Heraeus Kulzer
South Bend IN, United StatesWith CAD/CAM, All on 4, implants, outsourcing, baby boomers driving demand for dental solutions and a diminishing number of prosthetic technicians, dentistry is changing at such a fast pace. Craig Nelson,...
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Craig Nelson, CDT
Technical Manager Scientific and clinical affairs
Nathan McBride and Teresa Waite follow this -
- Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
- Friday9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Turning Your Clients into Raving Fans
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United StatesNelson Rego, CDT, provides techniques on how to become a service to your clients and not a commodity. He explains why lowering price is not the answer and why selling your clients on value and service...
- Friday1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
IPS Empress Esthetic or e.max—Which, When and Where?
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United StatesNelson Rego, CDT, discusses multi-disciplinary cases, from no-prep to complex full mouth restorative cases, using combinations of Empress Esthetic and e.max. Learn the new exciting application of e.max...
- Saturday8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Full Contour Waxing for Predictable, Esthetic Results
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United States(Offered throughout the day) Jason Boyce, CDT, provides tips and tricks on full contour waxing. Find out how to achieve lifelike and predictable results in a production situation.
Jordan Horkley and Adam Krohn, CDT follow this - Saturday8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Introduction to 'e.max Play'—Building a Foundational Knowledge for e.max Materials from Basics to Complex Layering
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United States(Offered throughout the day) Jessica Birrell, CDT, covers ingot theory and explains when to use each specific ingot. She offers ongoing demonstrations of simple stain and glaze techniques as well as complex layering.
- Saturday8:00 am - 4:00 pm
IvoBase Denture Processing and Esthetic Denture Teeth Setups with Phonares II
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United States(Offered throughout the day) In this hands-on demo, attendees use the latest in denture processing equipment which enables the fabrication of denture bases with high accuracy of fit and precision in a...
Kumudra Tin Soe and Teresa Waite follow this - Saturday8:00 am - 4:00 pm
e.max Made Simple (presented in Korean)
Ivoclar Vivadent Inc.
Amherst NY, United States(Offered throughout the day) Steve Seunghoon Lee, CDT, MDC, shows how using e.max makes life simpler for technicians and dentists.
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Steve Lee, CDT
Master Dental Technician
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- Jensen Dental
- Friday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Kuraray America, Inc.
- Saturday10:30 am - 11:30 am
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ceramic Innovations: Noritake's New Line-up of CZR Value Shades and Esthetic Layering Materials
Kuraray America, Inc.
New York NY, United StatesKent Kohli, CDT, helps attendees increase accuracy, efficiency and productivity. He explains how specialized color formulation of body and opaceous body powders allow ceramists to consistently match all...
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Kent Kohli, CDT
Manager/Tech
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- Saturday11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Behind the Scenes: Rule the Opacity; Gain Ultimate Control Over Porcelain
Kuraray America, Inc.
New York NY, United StatesHiroki Goto, RDT, provides attendees with effective tips for basic porcelain work and advanced approaches for complex cases. He covers masking porcelain for veneers, concepts for CZR porcelain and winning...
Mijeong Jeong, MDT and Kent Kohli, CDT follow this - Myerson, LLC
- Saturday10:30 am - 12:30 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...
Vivian Lopez and Kumudra Tin Soe follow this - NBC/LMT
- Friday8:00 am - 10:45 am
Written CDT Comprehensive and RG Examinations
NBC/LMT
, United StatesPre-registration by April 8 was required but a few walk-in spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Friday12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Written CDT Specialty Examinations
NBC/LMT
, United StatesPre-registration by April 8 was required but a few walk-in spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Nobel Biocare
- Friday9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Introduction to NobelProcera CAD/CAM Implant Bar Overdenture Design
Nobel Biocare
Yorba Linda CA, United StatesJoe Perillo, CDT, provides an introduction to designing implant bars using the NobelProcera software. This hands-on program features live demonstrations in which participants virtually design the bar superstructures.
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Joseph Perillo, CDT
NobelProcera Education Manager
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- Friday2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Advanced Bar Designs—Overdenture and Hybrids--Beyond the Basic Full Wrap
Nobel Biocare
Yorba Linda CA, United StatesThomas Wade, CDT, discusses the diagnostic considerations for adequate restorative space, the number of implants and implant locators used, and the pro's and con's of various implant bar and attachment...
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Thomas Wade, CDT
Owner Dental Technician
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- Saturday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Multiple-Implant Restorative Solutions for the Edentulous Patient Featuring CAD/CAM Titanium Bar Prostheses, Incorporating the All-on-4 Solution
Nobel Biocare
Yorba Linda CA, United States**Since this is a team-approach seminar, laboratory/doctor teams must attend together.** Dr. Andy Bock and Thomas Wade, CDT, discuss using a prosthetically driven plan for implant placement, the All-on-4®...
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Andrew Bock, DDS
Prosthodontist
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Thomas Wade, CDT
Owner Dental Technician
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- Nobilium/Ticonium
- Friday1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Flexible Frenzy: To Flex or Not to Flex--That is the Question
Nobilium/Ticonium
Albany NY, United StatesAnn Schmitt, CDT, explains when to do all flexible or flexible/cast frame combination and discusses flexible production techniques. Both novice and experienced technicians will benefit from this interactive presentation.
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Ann Schmitt, CDT
Flexible and Partial Department Manager
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- PREAT Corp.
- Saturday8:00 am - 9:00 am
What's New?
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesTom Bormes covers implant dentistry and how PRISM Design and Production Center combines the accuracy of 5-axis milling with the design freedom of additive selective laser melting; removable partial dentures...
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Thomas Bormes
CEO
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- Saturday9:00 am - 10:00 am
New Implant Technologies
PREAT Corp.
Santa Ynez CA, United StatesChris Bormes discusses 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 to...
