LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2026
Feb 19-21, 2026 · Chicago, IL
- GC America Inc.
Aesthetic Endurance Through Team Empowerment
Lucas T. Lammott · Ceramist at Niche Dental Studio · Oaklyn, NJ
Rising tides do lift all ships, but those ships must be exceptionally built to withstand all manner of storms. Lucas Lammott discusses the importance of systematizing workflow for occlusal and esthetic...
- Aidite USA Technology Co., Ltd.
Badass Your Lab's Growth
Norbert Ulmer · CEO at Gro3X, Inc · Charlotte, NC
1 Professional Development credit · Join Norbert Ulmer of Bad•ass•ipity™ by Gro3X to explore bold growth strategies that help founder-spirited labs scale with clarity, automation and soul.
- Nowak Dental Supplies, Inc.
Bridging the Clinical-Laboratory Divide
Dr. Russell Schafer, DDS · Dentist at NOLA Dentures And General Dentistry · Gretna, LA
Dr. Russell Schafer shares how to integrate clinical insight with laboratory precision in removable prosthodontics. Discover practical ways to bridge the clinical and laboratory divide, improving communication,...
- Bookkeeper For Dentists
Bridging the Gap: A New Way to Connect Labs and Dental Offices
Lori Margiotta · Owner at Bookkeeper For Dentists · Toronto, ON
Discover how stronger connections between labs and dental offices can drive growth, trust and efficiency. In this session, Lori Margiotta shares proven strategies to bridge long-standing communication...
- GC America Inc.
Bringing Smile Design Cases to Life Through Effective Communication
Mitch Hurst · Ceramist at Mitch Hurst Dental Studio · Eagle, ID
Creating the perfect smile begins with clear communication between the dental office and lab. Adhering to established guidelines and protocols ensures greater efficiency and more predictable, high-quality...
- Dentsply Sirona
Experience the Power of Connected Dentistry
Kent Wells · Key Account Manager at Dentsply Sirona · Camas, WA
1 Scientific credit · Learn how to use DS Core to elevate communication with your doctors. Kent Wells covers getting started with DS Core, transitioning from the Connect Case Center, how to maximize the software with your doctors...
- CIMsystem
Expert Panel: Perspectives from the Lab--Is AI the Enemy?
Eric Hall · President at CIMsystem Americas · New Albany, IN
Travis Roy · Vice President at Roy Dental Lab · New Albany, IN
Dr. Jonathan Bullard, DMD · Dentist at Bullard Dental · Martinez, GA
Kris Schermerhorn · Owner at Northern Virginia Dental Lab · Triangle, VA
Saro Hatzakortzian · CEO at Alien Milling Technologies · Glendora, CA
Join Saro Hatzakortzian, Kris Schermerhorn, Travis Roy, Dr. Jonathan Bullard and host Eric Hall as they share their unique journeys into digital dentistry and MillBox. Explore digital implementation strategies...
- Creo Dent Prosthetics LTD
From Inspection to Approval: How to Successfully Pass FDA Audits
Calvin Song · Executive Vice President at CreoDent Prosthetics · New York, NY
1 Regulatory Standards credit · Is your lab truly ready for an FDA inspection? Calvin Song shares real-world insights on how you can prepare for and pass FDA audits with confidence. Learn what auditors look for, how to prevent common...
- Full Arch Masters
Full-Arch Digital Workflows
Dr. Ryan Dunlop, DMD · Dr at Full Arch Masters · Fresno, CA
1.5 Scientific credits · Disconnected digital workflows cost time, accuracy and profitability. In this session, Ryan Dunlop, DMD, breaks down how aligned clinic-to-lab digital workflows improve efficiency, accuracy and consistency...
- Zahn Dental
Helping Your Doctors Transition to IOS for Smoother, More Predictable Workflows
Michael Solomon · Owner at Aesthetic Digital Solutions · Watchung, NJ
1 Scientific credit · Learn how Michael Solomon’s lab successfully guided dentists through the transition to intraoral scanning, resulting in more predictable cases and smoother communication. He covers the conversations,...
- Ivoclar
Hiding in Plain Sight: Creating Fake Teeth for Real People in the Age of Cosmetic Cliché
Dr. Miles Cone, DMD · Prosthodontist at Nuance Dental Specialists · Yarmouth, ME
Jenelle Rocco · Dental Technician at Ottawa Dental Laboratory · Mishawaka, IN
1.5 Scientific credits · As partial and complete edentulism rises, strong clinician–laboratory communication is essential for delivering esthetic, predictable results. Dr. Miles Cone, CDT, and Jenelle Rocco present real-world...
- Zahn Dental
Inside the Digital Denture Workflow: A Lab Panel on Workflow Wins, Setbacks and Real Outcomes
Mandy Arena · Tooth Cobbler at D3 Solutions · St. Louis, MO
John Madden · Prosthetic Technician/Allied Healthcare Professional 2 at University of Minnesota · Minneapolis, MN
Daniel Alter · Professor Of Restorative Dentistry; Executive Editor IDT; Consultant; Investor at NYC College of Technology · Plainview, NY
Brandon Smith · Owner at Brandon's Design & Consulting · Bellbrook, OH
1 Scientific credit · Hear directly from experienced labs what truly works in digital denture production, what doesn’t and how they’ve refined their processes along the way. John Madden, CDT; Mandy Arena; Brandon...
- Asiga
No Fumbles in Your Workflow: How Asiga Funnel Keeps You in the End Zone
Matt Cushing · Owner/President at First Choice Dental Lab · Downers Grove, IL
Learn how Matt Cushing of First Choice Dental Lab leverages Asiga Funnel software to dramatically automate his digital denture workflow and how this seamless integration maximizes the use of his lab's...
- 3Shape, Inc.
Optimize Your Lab with 3Shape: Full Digital Solutions for Growth
Carl Horrocks · Manager, North America Lab Segment at 3Shape
Michelle Rosas · Head of Sales, 3Shape Design Services at 3Shape · Glendale, AZ
Unlock your full potential with 3Shape’s suite of digital solutions: scanners, software, LMS, Automate and Design Services. Carl Horrocks and Michelle Rosas explore how these integrated tools help...
Streamline Your Case Data and Elevate Your Clinic Collaboration with 3Shape LMS
Mike Slotsborg · Product Designer at 3Shape · Copenhagen, Denmark
Melissa McCullough · Customer Success Manager at 3Shape · New Providence, NJ
Melissa McCullough and Mike Slotsborg cover how 3Shape LMS transforms lab operations and clinic collaboration. With new TRIOS integration, effortlessly centralize all case data. Say goodbye to duplicate...
- Zahn Dental
The Dentist Customer Shift: What Labs Must Know to Stay Competitive Panel Discussion
With doctors adopting new technologies and expecting greater digital collaboration, labs must adapt quicker than ever. In this dynamic panel discussion, influential dentists and key opinion leaders share...
- 3Shape, Inc.
The Details are in the Data: Clinical & Lab Communication with 3Shape
Melissa McCullough · Customer Success Manager at 3Shape · New Providence, NJ
Dr. Naren Rajan, DMD · Dentist at Dentistry of Mendham · Mendham, NJ
Cole Bishop · Global Head Of Operations & Design Quality at 3Shape Design Services · Peoria, AZ
Brandy Smith · Academy Product Specialist at 3Shape
Gabrielle Wissman · Customer Success Manager at 3Shape · Fort Wayne, IN
Ron Shaw · Technician at 3Shape
In this panel discussion, learn how to optimize case acceptance and appliance outcomes through effective data acquisition, evaluation and communication. Brandy Smith, Cole Bishop, Dr. Naren Rajan, Melissa...
- Roland DGA, DGSHAPE
The Power of Partnership: Driving Predictable, Profitable Outcomes in Full-Arch Dentistry
Adrian Cervera · CEO at Implant Support Oral Boutique · Irvine, CA
1 Scientific credit · Predictability and profitability in full-arch dentistry start with collaboration. Adrian Cervera explores how aligning clinical and laboratory teams transforms workflows, reduces costly remakes and elevates...






