NADL, NBC, FDLTPress Releases

“Having both independent laboratory and manufacturing experience puts me at a good position to share relevant knowledge to the dental community."

The CARES Act, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, developed in response to the coronavirus pandemic following the passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201, now Public Law 116-127), has passed the Senate unanimously and contains many provisions which the NADL and its members have advocated for that could be of significant benefit to dental laboratories and dental technicians.

While the House is set to vote on the bill this Friday and it could still be amended,...

The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) and the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC) celebrate June as Dental Technician and Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Appreciation Month.Dental technicians bring considerable experience and subject matter expertise in the areas of dental materials, technology utilization, shade verification and restorative dentistry. Although generally operating behind the scenes of the oral health team, dental technicians are...

NBC is excited to announce that they are launching computer-based testing for the written examinations. The first computer-based testing (CBT) written examinations will be offered beginning July 1, 2018.“The NBC Board of Trustees has been researching computer-based testing options for some time now,” said NBC Chair, Denise Burris, CDT. “Our goal was to increase accessibility for dental technicians interested in pursuing the CDT examinations, without sacrificing examination...

Preliminary analysis of USTR-2018-0005 applicability to dental laboratories

 On April 3, 2018, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Notice proposed imposing an additional duty of 25 percent on a list of products from China.

Read the notice at: https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/files/Press/Releases/301FRN.pdf

The notice sets a public comment period through May 11, 2018 and a public hearing is to be held on May 15, 2018.

The products that will be subject to the 25% additional...

The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) and the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC) celebrate June as Dental Technician and Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Appreciation Month.

“On behalf of NADL and NBC, I would like to acknowledge and give recognition to all dental technicians for their hard work, dedication and commitment to providing quality service to the patient and the profession,” said Heather Voss, CDT, 2017 NBC chair and NADL...

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (The Foundation) is proud to announce the 2016 Fulcrum Grant winners and the 2016 Keystone Grant winners:

Fulcrum Grant Winners: 

Anthony Klepacki, CDT – Scottsdale, AZ

Heather Voss, CDT – Hamburg, NY

Jasmine NaFissi, RG – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Man Kwok (Tommy) Zhu, CDT, TE – Farmington, NY

Keystone Grant Winners:

Los Angeles City College – Los Angeles, CA

LSU Health Sciences Center Foundation –...

Thayer Dental Laboratory, Inc., a Certified Dental Laboratory, was named the NADL's Laboratory Member of the Year at the annual Vision 21 Meeting in Las Vegas. 

Jerry Ulaszek, CDT, TE, NADL President, presented the award to Gregory M. Thayer, CDT, FICOI, and President of Thayer Dental Laboratory. The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) honored the outstanding contributors to dental laboratory technology at the annual Vision 21 Meeting on Friday, January 20, 2017 at The Palms in...

The NADL, NBC, and Foundation are seeking individuals to fill open seats on the 2018 NADL Board of Directors, 2018 NBC Board of Trustees and 2018 FDLT Board of Trustees.

New board members will be elected, or appointed, in the fall of 2017 and will take office on Jan. 1, 2018.

The boards guide the organization through proven leadership, a shared vision and support for the missions of the association. If you enjoy collaborating with other professionals and have a desire to give back to your profession,...

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (The Foundation) announces the winners of the first-ever 2016 NADL University Grant:

Anthony Calonico, CDT, TE – Bolingbrook, IL

Jennifer Krueger, CDT – La Crosse, WI

Heraeus Kulzer, along with the Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology, created this grant in order to support the Foundation’s purpose by making higher-level education and dental laboratory management more accessible. Thanks to the generosity of Heraeus Kulzer,...

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (The Foundation) is proud to announce the 2016 Spring Pillar Scholarship winners:  

Betty Keller-Zal –Olympia, WA

Brian Artienda, RG –Chesapeake, VA

Don Rosales –Pomona, CA 

Erin Popov, RG –Durham, NC

Jacklyn Huskey –Garland, TX

Joel Aviles, RG –Durham, NC

Maria del Carmen L Otero Duran –Fairfax, VA

Mitchell Griffin –Colorado Springs, CO

Oscar Bellamio, RG –Miami, FL

Priscilla Zal...

The industry is abuzz with questions and concerns about the FDA’s newest statement on in-lab milling of implant abutments (see NADL alert below). Watch for additional coverage in LMT.

From NADL:FDA Alert - Labs not permitted to use CAD/CAM for in-lab milling of most abutments

When FDA began studying the use of CAD/CAM in dental laboratory technology, the FDA’s initial focus was on angulation and the implant/abutment interface. FDA ultimately made clear statements that anyone making the...

The Foundation for Dental Laboratory Technology (FDLT) is a non-profit 501c (3) organization. The purpose of FDLT is to advance the profession of dental laboratory technology by addressing industry driven needs and providing solutions that are relevant and accessible to dental technicians and other members of the dental team.

Sterngold Dental is located in Attleboro, Massachusetts and is the leading source for restorative dentistry and is a global leader in alloys, attachments, implants, and restorative...

During the Vision 21 meeting in Las Vegas in January, the NADL welcomed its new president, Gary Iocco, President of Dimension Dental Design in Hastings, MN, and honored several other industry members:

2014 CDT of the Year Award: Wilma Peterson, CDT, Manager of Education at Glidewell Laboratory, Newport Beach, CA

Educator of the Year Award: Renata Budny, CDT, TE, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at New York City College of Technology, Brooklyn, NY

Excellence in Education...