CAD/CAM

From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations

Removable Arena

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.

From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations

Digital Manufacturing Equipment

The 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 a larger range of materials. In addition, the 3D printing market continues to expand.

From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations

Software and Scanner Upgrades

To expand indications and features, several companies introduced updated versions of their impression and model scanners and upgraded software packages.

From the Series: IDS 2013 Offers First Look at Emerging Innovations

Innovative Materials

Zirconia-reinforced materials are a new trend, and expanded options for pre-colored zirconia and ceramics for full contour restorations offer both efficiency and esthetics. Plus, a new type of material: a biocompatible, millable resin on which the final restoration can be built; there's no need for casting or pressing.

Top Industry Trends at LAB DAY Chicago

All-ceramics, implants, profit erosion and other hot topics inspired dialogue during the biggest weekend of the year.

Zimmer Announces CAD/CAM Partnership With Zfx

At the show, Zimmer formally announced its partnership with Zfx GmbH. Zimmer now distributes Zfx products, including Zfx CAD software and scanners, and offers CAD/CAM services—including crown and bridge components, bars, and titanium and zirconia abutments—through its new Zfx milling center...

VITA Introduces ENAMIC® Hybrid Dental Ceramic

Vident introduced VITA Enamic, a hybrid dental ceramic combining the properties of ceramic and composite materials. Its dominant ceramic structure and reinforcing polymer network offer high fracture load capacity, high levels of elasticity and integrated crack prevention. "This innovative material has...

Straumann Unveils Straumann® CARES® VISUAL 8.0 at LAB DAY

With an eye on increasing efficiency, Straumann launched the latest version of its CAD/CAM software, Straumann CARES Visual 8.0 during Lab Day Chicago. The enhanced software delivers optimized digital workflows, increased design flexibilities, improved ease of use, and an extended prosthetic product...

DAL Goes Digital, Launches DAL DT Technologies

Last month, Dental Arts Laboratories (DAL) launched DAL DT Technologies, a new division that is solely dedicated to the development and service of CAD/CAM technology and other subcontracting services to laboratories.

Digital Prep Guide, Intraoral Scanners: Highlights of Annual CAD/CAM Event

From 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 latest in digital technology.

Lakeland Dental Technologies: Streamlining Workflow, Improving Efficiency

In 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.

NewsWatch: Datron Dynamics Partners With Exocad, Imetric and Sescoi to Provide Turnkey CAD/CAM Solution

Open system providers Datron Dynamics, exocad, Imetric and Sescoi have formed a partnership to provide a comprehensive, turnkey CAD/CAM solution, including the Imetric scanner line, exocad design software, WorkNC® CAM software and the Datron D5 milling machine. The solution can be used for all C&B...

Proper Shading On Straumann's CAD/CAM Zirconia Material

Both zirconia and metal lack fluorescent qualities, which we should attempt to re-create when restoring the oral cavity with fixed prosthetic restorations. When applying porcelain to a zirconia or metal coping or framework, it is helpful to use a porcelain material that has fluorescent properties to...

From the Series: Helping Hands: Industry Members Fight Back Against Breast Cancer

CAD/CAM Expert Goes Direct to the Public With Unique Smile Makeover Service

Television cameras. 8,000 viewers. And a dental technician in the spotlight. This is not a common scenario, but one day last year, Eddie Corrales, CDT, seized the opportunity to introduce his new venture—CADSmiles—directly to prospective patients when he appeared on the cable show, San...

LMT's Exclusive 2012 Wage Survey Report: Earnings Down, Staffs Lean

Uncertainty prevails among the respondents to LMT’s 2012 Wage Survey and they’re being cautious about rehiring or raising wages. On a positive note, more than half saw an uptick in

Titanium: Standardized Techniques For Success

By knowing your product and standardizing your techniques—and sticking to them—you can be successful in processing titanium restorations.

From the Series: The Way I See It

Who Says You Can't Do It All?

How about a round of applause for one- to three-person laboratory owners? With almost another decade to go before many of these operators feel "the calling" to retire, they are still very much engaged in the here and now and are clearly living the well-disciplined, well-balanced life. Bravo. The results...

Straumann's 2020 Forecast: Implant & CAD/CAM Dentistry Poised For Fantastic Growth

At its Capital Markets Day event in Amsterdam in May, Straumann shared its Vision 2020 project with investors and the media. Using existing data, new research and numerous interviews with experts in the field, Straumann's management team outlined key demographic, restorative and technological trends...

While Many Training Programs Struggle, KCC Sees Rise in Enrollment

Once in jeopardy of closing, Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA, is thriving and has even added an evening program to accommodate its waiting list of students.

The Future Looks . . .

>Respondents to LMT's Small Lab Survey speak out about the future of our industry. ###The Future Looks . . . Great My business has stayed strong through this terrible economy. If I made it through this, I can make it through anything. My cosmetic workload dropped off a bit during the past couple...

Labor—Not Material Costs—is Key Factor Driving Selling Price of Chinese Crowns

Claus Dampmann, General Manager, ProLab Solutions, Inc. provides a counter viewpoint to those who have concerns about the materials being used in China.

Perk of Working From Home: Enhanced Quality of Life

Three-quarters of home-based lab owners responding to LMT's survey are "very satisfied" with their decision to work from home. In addition to the financial benefits, they appreciate the flexibility, relaxed atmosphere and their ability to balance work/home demands more easily.

The Future of the Small Laboratory: Grim Or Great?

The majority of respondents to LMT's Small Lab Survey are enthusiastic about the outlook for their own businesses, calling their future "good" or "great." However, their prediction for the market segment as a whole isn't quite so rosy.

New Players Join CAD/CAM Market

###The CAD/CAM software, equipment and materials market continues to flourish and several new players were first-time exhibitors at LAB DAY, including: Creo Dental System launched the Arum5X Milling Machine. This five-axis wet milling unit is compatible with any scanner and features a nine-unit revolving...

Automation, Recession Fuels Full Contour Revolution

We used to associate CAD/CAM with zirconia but, today, almost any product you want to make can be envisioned through CAD/CAM--whether it's the entire product or part of the product," said Don Cornell, Vice President of Jensen Dental, during his program, Critical Considerations for Integrating a CAD/CAM...

LAB DAY Product Launch: Straumann® CARES Visual 7.0 Offers Two Workflow Processes

LAB DAY Chicago was the official North American launch of Straumann CARES Visual 7.0. This is the first Straumann system built with Dental Wings Open Software (DWOS™) as the core software, the result of a partnership between the two companies formed last year. "This partnership improves the...

LAB DAY Product Launch: Nobel Biocare Continues Emphasis On Implant Technology

> Nobel Biocare's NobelReplace implants now offer more restorative options with two additions to the line: **NobelReplace Conical Connection (CC)** features an internal conical connection designed to preserve marginal bone by minimizing micro-movements and potential micro-leakage. It also withstands...

LAB DAY Product Launch: 3D Systems Showcases New Digital Printer and Material

3D Systems Showcases New Digital Printer and Material In Chicago, 3D Systems showcased the 2012 model of its ProJet™ MP 3000, an affordable CAD/CAM printer for working models and drill guides. Thanks to a new resolution print head, print modes, support process and material, it produces detailed,...

Partnership Announcement: Sagemax Now Offering Nabertherm Sintering Furnace

Partnership Announcement Sagemax announces a new partnership with Nabertherm to offer its high-temperature HTCT 01/16 zirconia sintering furnace. Equipped with SiC heating elements to avoid contamination or chemical interactivity often experienced between zirconia units and molybdenum disilicide heating...

The Kolbeck Technique

Josef Kolbeck offers a step-by-step look at his time- and material-saving method of processing a fixed removable denture with the pouring technique that he uses at Town & Country Dental Studios in Freeport, NY.

How to Stay Alive in Today's Market

3Shape Co-Founder Tais Clausen offers advice for maximizing your competitive edge and taking advantage of positive market trends.

Faster, Smarter, Better: 36 Strategies to Boost Your Business

Have an ingenious marketing strategy? Innovative cost-cutting idea? New way to streamline production? Share your best business boosting strategies with over 3,000 of your peers on THE BRIDGE!

Five International Laboratories Combine Efforts to Create Powerhouse

The Aurum Group, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, forms a strategic partnership with four labs from around the globe.

From the Series: Faster, Smarter, Better: 36 Strategies to Boost Your Business

Here Are 4 Faster, Smarter, Better CAD/CAM Strategies: Now Post Yours, Too

A collection of Faster, Smarter, Better CAD/CAM Strategies

New Players, New Materials Join the Digital Revolution

Highlights from the DLOAC's CAD/CAM Technology Symposium & Expo in November in Pasadena, CA.

Laboratory Owners Determined to Persevere in Tumultuous Economy

Our latest How's Business survey shows mixed results for 2011.

How to Create Vitality in Zirconia Restorations

This case study- co-authored with Andrew Maples and Heather Crouch- exemplifies the vital results that can be achieved using the latest CAD/CAM technology and a new-generation zirconia material.

Implants: Now a Standard of Care

Thanks to advances in CAD/CAM technology, immediate-loading implants and internal connection designs, implants are becoming the restorative dentist's first choice in tooth replacement.

Dentsply Partners With Chinese Laboratory to Offer Restorations to U.S. Laboratory Customers

Dentsply partners with Chinese laboratory to offer restorations to U.S. laboratory customers.

6 Ways to Compete With Chairside CAD/CAM

As of September 2006, more than 5,000 dentists in the U.S. have purchased chairside CAD/CAM systems and are fabricating more restorations in-house.

10 Tips For Choosing a CAD/CAM System

Touted for its accuracy, automation and new material options, CAD/CAM technology is flourishing in the laboratory community. Dave Lesh, president of Dale Dental, offers 10 tips for choosing a CAD/CAM system.

CAD/CAM Technology: An Unprecedented Technological Explosion

Like never before, laboratory owners and managers are tapping into the power of CAD/CAM technology, which is proving to be a valuable image enhancer, production booster and profit generator.

CAD/CAM Technology: How to Maximize the Lab-to-Lab Partnership

More than 80% of laboratories offer CAD/CAM-fabricated restorations and nearly two-thirds of them outsource the understructures to another laboratory. LMT talks to these laboratory owners about how to get the most predictable, consistent results.

CAD/CAM in High Gear at California Symposium

Nearly 300 laboratory owners and managers, outsourcing centers and manufacturers attended the DLOAC's International CAD/CAM Technology Symposium and Expo in California in November; LMT was your eyes and ears at the event.

CAD/CAM Technology Unstoppable at California Symposium

For the fourth consecutive year, the DLOAC's International CAD/CAM Technology Symposium and Expo was a must-attend event for learning the latest in digital technology.

How to Buy CAD/CAM Scanners & Milling Systems

Nearly 50% of respondents to a recent LMT e-survey say they plan to invest in some type of cad/cam equipment within the next five years. If you're one of them, but are daunted by the options and don't know where to start, LMT's done your homework for

CAD/CAM Technology: Implementation and Training Strategies

Once you've selected a CAD/CAM scanner or milling system, phase two is implementing the equipment into production and training your technicians.

CAD/CAM Implant Abutment Case Studies

CAD/CAM technology has brought the same precision to implants as it has to all-ceramic restorations, most notably in the fabrication of custom-milled zirconia and titanium implant abutments. Here, three manufacturers who offer this service provide a

The Digital Revolution

Automated technology is changing the way laboratories work and the services they offer their clients.

CAD/CAM Exhibitors: a Look at Their Systems and What's Coming Down the Pike

Thanks to the growing popularity and acceptance of CAD/CAM technology, the product landscape is changing rapidly.