LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2020
Feb 20-22, 2020 · Chicago, IL
- Argen Corp.
3D Presentation: Zirconia, the Final Restoration--Boldly Go Where No Technician Has Gone Before!
Conrad Rensburg · Owner / President at Absolute Dental Services · Pittsboro, NC
Jack Marrano · President of Absolute Dental Services at Absolute Dental Services · Cary, NC
1.5 Scientific credits · In today’s ever-evolving digital landscape, restoring a full-arch hybrid or even a single crown requires more than just good computer software. Using technology to assist, the modern-day technician...
- B&D Dental Technologies (Origin)
Advanced Zirconia Techniques: Blocking Out Underlying Color & Presinter Enhancement of Preshaded Zirconia
Vincent Tauro · Training Manager at Ottawa Dental Lab · Ottawa, IL
Vince Tauro discusses techniques for blocking out underlying colors while maintaining translucency in zirconia and how to apply these skills to both white and pre-shaded materials. He also covers methods...
- Roland DGA, DGSHAPE
Aesthetic Full-Arch Zirconia Restorations with Your DWX Mill
Joe Santos · Owner at Virtual Axis 109 Dental Design · Phoenix, AZ
1 Professional Development credit · Joe Santos covers what it takes to design a full-arch restoration that meets the patient’s needs, material demands and correct manufacturing methods. He walks participants through cases by executing...
- Amann Girrbach North America, LP
Aesthetics, Versatility and Reliability with Zolid DNA Zirconia
Dimitri Tschilis · Owner and CEO at Styledent Dental Laboratory · Laval, QC
1 Scientific credit · Dimitri Tschilis, MDT, covers the Zolid DNA product line and walks attendees through the workflows he uses at his lab. He explains the right material choice for the right indication, as well as the importance...
All Smiles with Zolid Gen X Zirconia and the Ceramill Workflow
Alexander Wünsche · President at Zahntechnique, Inc. · Miami Lakes, FL
2 Scientific credits · Alexander Wuensche, CDT, showcases how he is using Amann Girrbach’s Smile Design software in treatment planning, from helping customers visualize the case to a 3D planning tool to fabricate diagnostic...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
Anatomy and Morphology: Internal Staining and Porcelain Carving
Alek Aronin · Dental Technician · Mount Albert, ON
3 Scientific credits · Alek Aronin covers proper shade and powder selection and matching anterior veneers, along with the rules and methods of his Internal Staining Technique. He also discusses tools and ideal procedural sequence,...
- Ivoclar
Apples to Oranges: The Differences in Zirconia Materials
Joyce Bassett · Dentist at Private Practice · Scottsdale, AZ
Laura Kelly · Marketing Director at Formeta Dental (formerly Chamlion Digital Solutions) · Danville, CA
1 Scientific credit · Laura Kelly, AAACD, and Dr. Joyce Bassett look at how zirconia materials differ from strength to esthetics. They cover new materials and techniques for optimizing successful outcomes and how they communicate...
- Argen Corp.
Contouring Pre-Sintered Zirconia: The Key To Achieving World Class Esthetics
Jack Marrano · President of Absolute Dental Services at Absolute Dental Services · Cary, NC
1.5 Scientific credits · Jack Marrano, CDT, shares his real-world techniques to easily achieve remarkable esthetics by way of contouring pre-sintered zirconia. He teaches how to become a contour craftsman through a step-by-step...
- WorkNC Dental - Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
DD cubeONE® + DD contrast® = High-End Aesthetic and Functional Zirconia
Nadine Heilemann · Dental Technician at Dental Direkt GmbH · Spenge, Germany
Uwe Greitens · CEO at dentrepublic GmbH · Bielefeld, Germany
Uwe Greitens and Nadine Heilemann explain the mechanical properties of the all-rounder among the zirconium oxide types, DD cubeONE, and introduce you to the innovative stain and texture system, DD contrast.
- B&D Dental Technologies (Origin)
Effects Liquids: Beautiful Crowns Made Easier
Rafael Saucedo · CAD/CAM & Fixed Manager at JSB Dental Lab
Rafael Saucedo shares secrets for achieving highly esthetic crowns through pre-sinter coloring, simplified skills to create crowns with lifelike incisal enhancement, and tools and techniques to differentiate your lab.
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
Everything You Want to Know About Zirconia
Jean Chiha · Master Ceramist at North Star Dental Laboratories · Santa Ana, CA
1 Scientific credit · With all the options for zirconia on the market, laboratories may not know which material is best. Jean Chiha discusses how KATANA zirconia allows technicians to be creative and differentiate their work...
- Imagine
exoCAD Design How-To: Titanium Bar with Zirconia Superstructure
Joe Santos · Owner at Virtual Axis 109 Dental Design · Phoenix, AZ
1 Scientific credit · Full-arch cases featuring a titanium bar and zirconia superstructure/sleeve have become very popular but the process of designing them can often be intimidating. Joe Abad Santos takes you step-by-step...
- Preat
Fabrication of Complex Implant-Supported Removable Prosthetics
Eugene Royzengurt LD, BTSc · Denturist at Apple Dental Laboratory, LLC · Sandy, UT
1 Scientific credit · Eugene Royzengurt covers the fabrication of immediate dentures, surgical guides, long-term temporaries with TriLor reinforcement, model fabrication and verification, thimble bar prosthetic with zirconia...
- Amann Girrbach North America, LP
From "A"-Temp to "Z"olid DNA Zirconia
Alexander Wünsche · President at Zahntechnique, Inc. · Miami Lakes, FL
1 Scientific credit · Alexander Wuensche, CDT, explains the importance of functional temporaries and shows how to use the Amann Girrbach’s new esthetic temp material for treatment planning and fabrication of zirconia...
- Zahn Dental
From "A"-Temp to "Z"olid DNA Zirconia
Alexander Wünsche · President at Zahntechnique, Inc. · Miami Lakes, FL
1 Scientific credit · Alexander Wuensche, CDT, explains the importance of functional temporaries and shows how to use the new esthetic temp material for treatment planning and fabrication of zirconia restorations. Wuensche...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
Full Arch Demonstration Using KATANA Zirconia
Sean Han · CEO at Master’s Arch · Phoenix, AZ
Sean Han's table demonstration features KATANA stain and glazing, cutback design for full arches, and surface treatments for better bonding with ceramic and titanium substructures.
Full Arch Using KATANA Zirconia
Sean Han · CEO at Master’s Arch · Phoenix, AZ
1 Scientific credit · Sean Han, CDT, covers material options for full-arch screw-retained restorations, the pros and cons of different materials and the workflow of zirconia screw-retained restorations from A to Z.
- TruAbutment, Inc.
Go Digital, Get Classic Results
Min Kim · Owner at The Lab Guys Dental Arts LLC · Dallas, TX
2 Scientific credits · TruAbutment’s milling technology offers an excellent solution for off-angled placement. Angulated screw channel (ASC) solutions and titanium-anodized abutment options can be paired with multi-layered...
- Imagine
Hands-On How-To: Cement, Stain, Glaze & Finish a Full-Arch, Implant-Supported Bridge
Rich Green · Zirconia Tech Support at BnD Dental Technologies · West Valley City, UT
1 Scientific credit · This live demonstration session takes you step-by-step through bonding, staining, glazing and finishing a full-arch, implant-supported zirconia bridge. An Imagine Academy expert covers many valuable techniques...
- Ivoclar
Making Your Zirconia Sing
Yuki Momma · Owner/Master Ceramist at Ceramic Artisan · Weston, MA
1 Scientific credit · Learn how to maximize the efficiency and profitability of zirconia processing using IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime, the next generation of highly esthetic all-ceramics. Yuki Momma, RDT, combines traditional techniques...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
Maximizing KATANA--from Sintering to Finishing
Jean Chiha · Master Ceramist at North Star Dental Laboratories · Santa Ana, CA
Jean Chiha covers the latest in sintering and what's possible with KATANA. He demonstrates methods to achieve high esthetic results using best practices for hand-polishing, staining and glazing, and micro-layering.
Micro-layering CZR Porcelain and Ultra Micro-layering with FC Paste Stain Technique
Daniele Rondoni · International Instructor at Kuraray Noritake Dental Materials · Savona, Italy
Daniele Rondoni demonstrates an anterior micro-layered with CZR HTML zirconia; anterior using the zero-cut-back, 3D staining technique with UTML zirconia; and a posterior using the zero-cut-back, HD staining...
- Digital Dental
Nanoceramics--The Restorative Material of the 21st Century: Solutions for Restorative Challenges from Fixed to Removable Hybrids and Even Dentures
Jack Marrano · President of Absolute Dental Services at Absolute Dental Services · Cary, NC
Conrad Rensburg · Owner / President at Absolute Dental Services · Pittsboro, NC
1.5 Scientific credits · Absolute Dental Services' Jack Marrano and Conrad Rensburg use case studies to show the exciting link nanoceramics is creating between the monolithic occlusion of zirconia, the esthetics of ceramics and...
- Besmile Dental America Inc.
Over Implant Case with 3D SHTML from Besmile
Mehdi Kaveh · Ceramic at MD Dental Kaveh · Laguna Hills, CA
2 Scientific credits · Mehdi Kaveh, CDT, discusses how to choose the right 3D multilayer zirconia with simplified techniques to create a restoration over implants. He also shares his work with various indications using Besmile’s...
- Zahn Dental
Panel Discussion: Advancements in Digital Materials--Hear It from the Experts
Miguel de Araújo Nobre · Director Of Oral Hygiene And R&D at MALO CLINIC Lisbon · Lisbon, Portugal
Dr. Ryan Dunlop, DMD · Dr at Full Arch Masters · Fresno, CA
Joseph Saburn · Senior Lawyer at .
Bennett Napier · Executive Director at Journal of Dental Technology · Tallahassee, FL
Dane Barlow · Owner at Smiles Boutique · Plano, TX
Jean Chiha · Master Ceramist at North Star Dental Laboratories · Santa Ana, CA
1 Scientific credit · Moderator Joseph Saburn, Esq. and a panel, including Bennett Napier, CAE; Jean Chiha; Dane Barlow; Dr. Miguel Nobre; and Ryan Dunlop, DMD, discuss the latest innovations in digital materials such as zirconia,...
- Ivoclar
Predictable Esthetics and Long-Term Survival Rate of All-Ceramic Restorations
1 Scientific credit · The popularity of monolithic zirconia and single-phase all-ceramic materials dominate the restorative market and are increasingly the treatment choice for simple and complex restorative solutions. Ken...
- Whip Mix Corp.
Sinter, Glaze & Go: Adjustment-Free Monolithic Crowns with 3Shape
Al Fillastre · Owner at CERAM-O-ARTS, INC · Lakeland, FL
2 Scientific credits · There is much more to zirconia restorations than just milling and coloring. Using 3Shape’s Virtual Articulator, Al Fillastre, CDT, incorporates the concepts of function and occlusion into the restoration...
- Zahn Dental
Sintering Simplicity for Superior Zirconia Esthetics: An Overview
Pamela Hanneman · Product Development And Education Manager at Open Implants · Arvada, CO
1 Scientific credit · Pamela Hanneman, CDT, helps take the guess work out of sintering programs and addresses common issues with post processing. She discusses which zirconia meets your needs and how to handle it before sintering,...
- KDF U.S., Inc.
Sintering Translucent Zirconia: Materials Update
Dr. Anvita Maharishi, DDS · Prosthodontist at University of Iowa · Iowa City, IA
It’s important to understand the material properties of the new gradient versions of translucent zirconia. These materials offer an optimum combination of strength and esthetics but sintering parameters...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
Succession of Internal Stain Technique for Matching Anterior Teeth
Alek Aronin · Dental Technician · Mount Albert, ON
1 Scientific credit · The role of technician has evolved in many ways and continued education on materials and processes is critical. Alek Aronin discusses the legacy of Noritake porcelain and how it impacts successful esthetic...
- Zahn Dental
Table Clinic: Discover Why Shenpaz Sintering Technology Helps to Achieve Better Quality on Your Final Results
Jean Chiha · Master Ceramist at North Star Dental Laboratories · Santa Ana, CA
1 Scientific credit · Jean Chiha covers the innovative features of the next-generation SINTRA PRO 120zrf, including how to maximize your lab's capacity and streamline productivity without jeopardizing the quality of your work....
Table Clinic: Full Monolithic Zirconia with FC Paste Stain to Achieve Natural Esthetics
Sean Park · Ceramist at Goldstein Garber & Salama · Atlanta, GA
1 Scientific credit · Sean Park, MDC, DTG, demonstrates the best ways to achieve natural and beautiful esthetics with Noritake CZR Paste Stain for full monolithic zirconia restorations.
Table Clinic: Hands-on Tips and Tricks for Zirlux
Daniel Alter · Professor Of Restorative Dentistry; Executive Editor IDT; Consultant; Investor at NYC College of Technology · Plainview, NY
1 Scientific credit · Daniel Alter, MSc, MDT, CDT, offers a comprehensive overview of handling Zirlux 16+ and anterior multi from post-processing to stain and glaze. He also demonstrates quick and easy techniques using everyday...
Table Clinic: Make it Simple with CZR FC Paste Stain
Jean Chiha · Master Ceramist at North Star Dental Laboratories · Santa Ana, CA
1 Scientific credit · CZR FC Paste Stain allows all technicians, from the beginner to the most experienced, to maximize esthetic results with simple-to-use techniques. Jean Chiha covers minimal shade selection for maximum results.
Table Clinic: The Cutting Edge with Noritake Katana, Hands-on Technique
Edgar Munoz · Senior Laboratory Product Specialist at Kuraray · New York, NY
1 Scientific credit · Edgar Munoz covers the basics of the Noritake Dental Ceramic Systems with a hands-on approach, providing complete coverage of everything Noritake has to offer, ranging from PFM porcelains to millable blocks...
Table Clinic: Zirconia Overview
Dimitri Tschilis · Owner and CEO at Styledent Dental Laboratory · Laval, QC
1 Scientific credit · Dimitri Tschilis demonstrates processing various zirconia types. He discusses the importance of material choice and proper processing techniques that result in highly esthetic restorations.
- Aidite USA Technology Co., Ltd.
The Beauty of Esthetics with Monolithics
Daniel Swamy, PhD, CDT · Materials Specialist at Upcera · Phoenix, AZ
Daniel Swamy covers creative ways of achieving natural esthetics with the innovative new Multi Layer 3D Pro from Aidite, a hybrid zirconia designed to exhibit layered “porcelain-like“ esthetics....
- Jensen Dental
The Beauty of Nature Applied to Monolithic, Full Contour Zirconia
Javier Pimienta · Director and Owner at Studio de Tecnologia Dental · Madrid, Spain
High-esthetic demands and the simplicity to manufacture have made full contour ZR restorations attractive for both dentists and technicians. If you’re responsible for creating FC ZR monolithic crowns...
- Zahn Dental
The Cutting Edge with Noritake Katana
Edgar Munoz · Senior Laboratory Product Specialist at Kuraray · New York, NY
1 Professional Development credit · Edgar Munoz covers the basics of the Noritake Dental Ceramic Systems, providing complete coverage of everything Noritake has to offer, ranging from PFM porcelains to millable blocks and pucks. If your...
- Imagine
The Technology of Zirconia
Brent Harvey · CEO at Sync Robotics & Automations · Maricopa, AZ
1 Scientific credit · There are many aspects to zirconia that affect its performance as a restorative material, from yttrium content to best practices for sintering and finishing. Brent Harvey outlines everything you need to...
- Aidite USA Technology Co., Ltd.
The Terminal Dentition
Brian Lindke · Entrepreneur, Visionary, Educator, Advisor at CONNX, SYNrG Lab, VIVIDX Lab, Spherical · Buford, GA
Brian Lindke, CDT, covers full-arch, fully guided, immediate-load implant dentistry, from diagnosis and treatment planning to full digital implant planning and guide production. He also discusses engineering...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
The Ultimate Zirconia Esthetic Solution with CZR and FC Paste Stain
Sean Park · Ceramist at Goldstein Garber & Salama · Atlanta, GA
Sean Park, MDC, DTG, demonstrates stain and glaze techniques using FC paste stain and layering techniques using CZR porcelain to achieve natural esthetics with KATANA zirconia restorations.
- anax USA
Titanium Frames with Zirconia Crowns & Pink Composite
Brian Lindke · Entrepreneur, Visionary, Educator, Advisor at CONNX, SYNrG Lab, VIVIDX Lab, Spherical · Buford, GA
Brian Lindke, CDT, discusses the benefits, challenges, advantages and case-selection criteria for this fixed implant restoration. He also covers design and fabrication steps in detail.
- Argen Corp.
Transforming Monolithic Zirconia into an Exquisite Restoration with Dr. Ed McLaren
Dr. Edward McLaren, DDS · CEO at Artoral America · Park City, UT
1.5 Scientific credits · Dr. Ed McLaren discusses internal and external color modifications and custom texturizing, demonstrating specific techniques for optimizing the form, texture and color of monolithic cubic zirconia (CUZR)....
- B&D Dental Technologies (Origin)
Unlock the Mysteries of Zirconia: Facts vs. Fiction
Rich Green · Zirconia Tech Support at BnD Dental Technologies · West Valley City, UT
Some aspects of zirconia are often still a mystery for both technicians and clinicians. Rich Green cracks the code regarding zirconia and decrypts manufacturers' classifications across the industry. He...
- Kuraray Noritake Dental
When Art Meets Technology: Logical Evolution of Design and Lab Techniques
Daniele Rondoni · International Instructor at Kuraray Noritake Dental Materials · Savona, Italy
1 Scientific credit · Understanding the evolution of zirconia, restoration design and technique is essential to achieving excellent esthetic accuracy. The highest effectiveness is reached in conservative treatments when ultra-translucent...
- WorkNC Dental - Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Workshop for the Brand New DD contrast® from Dental Direkt
Hans-Joachim Lotz · DDContrast Team at Dental Direkt
Jenny Wohlberg · Senior Vice President at Valley Dental Arts
Dr. Elliot Mechanic, DDS · Dentist at Dr. Elliot Mechanic · Montreal, QC
Hans-Joachim Lotz, MDT, Dr. Elliot Mechanic and Jenny Wohlberg demonstrate how to use DD contrast, the new stain and texture system from Dental Direkt, and create optimum color dynamics, vivid depth effect...










