November/December 2023

This was one of my most noteworthy cases of the year due to the size of the metal substructure.

The patient was unhappy with the fit and esthetics of her existing denture. The dental team decided to place four zygomatic implants; during the surgery, the surgeon also removed a large amount of bone and...

I recently collaborated on a fascinating case with my in-house technician, Zach Olson, and Jonny Jakson, from Evolve Dentistry, Buffalo, NY. Our goal was to perform a full-mouth rehabilitation using a blend of cutting-edge digital technologies. The challenge lay in restoring the patient’s oral...

This was one of the most challenging cases I fabricated this year. The patient presented with severely neglected and failed dentition, inadequate bone for implants and an off-center midline. After his teeth were completely removed, the patient went through bone grafting procedures. After healing, four...

By the team at Murray Kaizer Dental Laboratory, Farmington, CT

This patient presented with several unique congenital disabilities. She was born with a cleft palate and a narrow, underdeveloped maxilla resulting in an inability to properly eat or speak.

Due to the intricacy of this case, we had to design...

The patient presented with an edentulous upper arch and wanted a fixed, implant-supported restoration. Due to inadequate bone, the ideal solution would have been a double sinus lift to accommodate All-on-X implants; however, due to her medical conditions, budget and the required healing time, she didn’t...

After 28 years, eight assignments and countless supervisors and positions in the Air Force, I genuinely feel my dental technology training prepared me for a successful and rewarding career. Every base proved to be fulfilling in one way or another but a few assignments really stand out:

One of my earliest...

Learn all about the host of new products and services that made their debut at LMT LAB DAY East, the largest dental laboratory show on the Northeast.

Renstrom Dental Studio’s new, 18,000-square-foot facility features modern industrial touches, dedicated space for CE and room for growth.

As a young Navy sailor, I got my start as a dental assistant which, back in 1984, was a prerequisite to attend the Navy’s dental laboratory program in San Diego. This experience was quite valuable in preparing me for a career in our industry. For instance, witnessing the doctor deliver a restoration...

I’ve just started digging into the data from our 2023 Remake Survey and thought I’d give you a sneak peek of our preliminary findings.

The sentiment that the bulk of remakes are beyond the lab’s control remains prevalent. Similar to our 2011 and

Golden Ceramic Dental Lab in Prospect Heights, IL, opened an all-digital laboratory at Temple University’s Kornberg School of Dentistry in Philadelphia to help the school transition to a digital workflow.

When people ask me if I learned dental technology in the Marine Corps, I always laugh and respond, no, but I learned other specialized skills. That’s because the Marine Corps is strictly a fighting force and doesn’t offer any healthcare-related training. However, the skills I learned have...

By the time Dr. Thomas Brown called our laboratory for help with this case, his patient had struggled with her maxillary denture for more than seven years and both patient and doctor were frustrated. During that time, they had attempted many different dentures: a denture that achieved posterior...

My military training provided a strong foundation on which I built a successful career in this industry. I enlisted in the Navy in 1971, after completing a two-year program in dental laboratory technology at a trade school. I eventually received orders to attend U.S. Navy dental technician class “A”...

This client always sends me his most challenging cases and, for this patient, there were size discrepancies between the teeth: #8 was wider than #9.

The patient initially wanted bright-white centrals but during our shade-taking appointment, I convinced her it would be best to add some micro details...

LMT polled nearly 100 C&B, removable and full service laboratories about the state of milling in their lab. Here's what they had to say:

BySean Chun, Owner, JC Dental Arts Studio, Carlsbad, CA

The female patient in her 40s presented with a missing tooth #8. She didn’t want an implant so we decided to fabricate a three-unit bridge for teeth #7-9 as well as a single crown on #10. Because of the patient’s clenching habit, we...

Restoring congenitally missing laterals is one of my favorite types of cases because they usually involve young patients who are self-conscious about their smile. These cases give me the opportunity to transform their teeth and help them move into their adult life with confidence.

This young female...

In support of our nation’s veterans, Ward Dental Laboratory, Brighton, MI, has been partnering with Victors for Veterans (V4V) since its inception in 2012. V4V, part of the University of Michigan Dental School’s community-based collaborative care program, offers free or low-cost dental care...

This case stood out because it bucked the trend of the “Hollywood Smile” and gave me the opportunity to create something refreshingly distinct. The patient wanted to maintain the unique charm of his crowded lower anterior teeth while achieving a natural, harmonious appearance. Addressing...