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Lih Fen Young, RDT, Executive Director of the Dental Technicians Association of BC, overviews the positive changes coming for RDTs with the long-awaited amalgamation of the four oral health colleges, the College of Dental Hygienists of BC, the College of Dental Technicians of BC, the College of Dental Surgeons of BC, and the College of Denturists of BC, into one college, known as the new BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP).
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Jamie Stover, CDT, Senior Manager of Dental Lab Applications at Carbon, discusses the pace at which technology is evolving as well as 3D printed denture workflow and its benefits for technicians, labs, and patients.
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ThankProfessionals.youfortheopportunity to serve you, and I encourage your participation within our association to seek sources of ideas, ongoing support, and resources that benefit you and your career. Do not hesitate to contact me, any directors, or the DTABC team at office@dentaltechniciansofbc.com with your ideas and feedback.
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BC College of Oral Health Professionals. We are trying to ensure that it will strengthen the RDTs as an integral part of the oral health team and include the dental technician’s assistants. We are also looking at updating our website, starting an awareness campaign for our profession, and the possibility of adding some more member benefits.
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e have had a beautiful summer this year. I hope everyone has had a chance to take a break and enjoy it. Fall is just ahead of us, and with it, the start of the busiest season for our association. This year there will be no elections for Board members. The next election will be in the fall of 2023, with two vacancies. We encourage you to send any concerns or suggestions to us by email.
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The DTABC has been working all summer focusing on the new bylaws set out for the amalgamation of the new
All future events and conferences are going to be in-person events. The first event is Spectrum Fall Day on November 19, 2022; register before November 1, 2022, for the early bird rate. We have been busy working with the Scientific Committee to develop our technical program for the annual Pacific Dental Conference on March 9-11, 2023. The Lab Expo will become part of the main PDC tradeshow on Thursday, March 9, 2023, and Friday, March 10, 2023. There will be no tradeshow on Saturday, March 11, 2023, only program sessions. Online early bird registration opens on October 15, 2022. Please visit www.pdconf.com for upcoming program information. There will be a few virtual courses offered after the PDC is over.
In summary, DTABC is concentrating on securing and building the value of RDTs and supporting education to certify more RDTs. We will continue to be your voice with the new BC College of Oral Health
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The Year of Events
2000 David Kochberg
Greg Tamkin, RDT Stuart Thomson
s summer passes by, we can look back on the great accomplishments we made as an industry. From tradeshows, live seminars, face-to-face meetings with clients, and awareness campaigns, it has been a successful year. To make things even better, the ADTO’s summer cruise was a big hit. You can read about it on pages 16–17.
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As the fall rolled in, we met to discuss the direction of the ADTO. We are always looking at new ways to improve and provide our members with the support
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An elegant night with a gorgeous view of the city – everyone should dress to impress as it will surely be a night to remember! There is limited space, so sign up now at www.adto.ca.”
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they want and need to succeed. We are in the process of providing different forms of continuing education, planning our upcoming AGM, and reviewing our event participation in the fall tradeshows. Additionally, the constructive feedback has been a tremendous help in navigating our directions. We have mentioned this many times; if you have an interest and a genuine desire to provide value to your industry and elevate the profession of dental technology, please reach out to info@adto.ca. It is important that we have member participation and a regular flow of new ideas and plans. The Board is open to professionals with an open mind that can provide their experiences to benefit our group identity. Participation as a Board member requires a significant time commitment; however, the benefits you can provide to your industry are well worth it.
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This year will be like no other as the ADTO Gala is back, and this time it will be one to remember. Many fly over continents and sail across seas just to take a selfie in front of it. It was once the tallest tower in the world; some stand on the edge and face fear in the eye, and you can even eat while it rotates 360°. That’s Right! The ADTO Gala will be held at the CN Tower on October 21, 2022. An elegant night with a gorgeous view of the city –everyone should dress to impress as it will surely be a night to remember! There is limited space, so sign up now at www.adto.ca
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The major hazards can be broken down into the following categories:
“Under every Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation in Canada, employers must take all reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of their employees. Workplace inspections are meant to help prevent incidents, injuries, and illnesses.
Are there any legal requirements?
Hazards are dependent on the type of business or workplace the employer runs.
“Yes, employers have a duty to protect the health and safety of everyone in the workplace. The OHS legislations also include specific obligations employers must comply with, including regular workplace inspections and compliance with minimal requirements such as regular inspection of emergency equipment, safety equipment, tools, and machinery,” says Bergeron.
Once the officer has completed the inspection or investigation, they will determine if the workplace complies with OHS regulations and issue an order to comply where necessary. In cases of gross violations or extremely dangerous situations, they may issue a fine or stop the work while they are onsite.
Health and Safety Inspections: Is Your Business Prepared?
Employers are also obligated to ensure all or part of the workplace is inspected monthly by a worker member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee or by the health and safety representative. Routine inspections help ensure the workplace is compliant and that hazardous conditions are identified.
re business owners prepared for a surprise health and safety inspection? Occupational health and safety inspectors enforce the OHSA regulations to ensure businesses are compliant and up-to-date on all policies.
In every province, the organization responsible for enforcing the OHS legislation appoints health and safety officers. They have the right to enter your workplace for a health and safety inspection. Typically, they will introduce themselves and show identification. They will request to speak to management and may also want to meet with a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee or the appointed health and safety representative.
Unannounced visits are referred to as ‘proactive visits.’ The officer will ask for documentation related to the Business Health and Safety Program. This typically includes the written occupational health and safety policy and the workplace violence and harassment policy, but keep in mind that they can ask for any documentation required under the legislation.
Why are inspectionsworkplacesoimportant?
Inspection by health and safety officers
2. Reactive visits
What types of hazards should employers be looking for in the workplace?
Sally Abu-Samra, Public Relations Specialist, Peninsula Canada
Keeping up with so many rules, regulations, and ever-changing legislation can be difficult.
Keep in mind that this list isn’t exhaustive, and if a business owner needs any support identifying hazards, they should talk to their staff to help them identify risks or seek out the support of a health and safety expert.
Employers must immediately report any critical workplace injury or fatality to the authorities. Complaints may also be submitted to the authorities when an employer is not compliant with the legislation. An officer will then be assigned to respond to the inquiry to investigate the complaint or accident further.
Business owners are not lawyers or health and safety experts; they’re specialists in the businesses they run. However, it is essential that they are not only prepared for a random inspection but are checking for potential hazards in the workplace. Catherine Bergeron, Health and Safety Services Manager at Peninsula Canada, breaks down everything employers need to know to be ready for an inspector visiting their workplace.
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• Safety hazards caused by inadequate machines, unsafe workplace conditions, and unsafe work practices.
• Chemical hazards caused by gas, liquid, or solids.
1. Proactive visits
• Biological hazards such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites.
• Ergonomic hazards that can cause damage to the human musculoskeletal system.
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These inspections help to identify and record hazards for corrective action to ensure employees in the province are staying safe while working,” says Bergeron.
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• Physical hazards caused by heat, electricity, or radiation.
• Psychosocial hazards that can affect mental health or well-being such as stress, bullying, or violence.
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But what’s involved in an inspection, and what do employers need to keep in mind to ensure their businesses avoid fines?
Instead of giving raises, you could always work out a bonus system to reward production. If you use the correct bonus system, you will find that this will increase efficiency, production, and profitability. In an ideal bonus system, staff are bonused individually according to their production rather than a blanket system where all staff, whether productive or not, gets the same bonus. Also, note that bonuses, to be most effective, should be weekly or monthly as we live in a world of instant gratification.
What Did You Do Wrong?
Your superstar staff are looking for ongoing and continual personal and professional growth. In fact, that’s how you know who the superstars are! Benefits you can offer them are courses, webinars, attending conferences, etc., to keep them up-to-date and advancing in their careers.
1. Maybe nothing. Sometimes life happens.
2. Maybe it wasn’t you at all, but one of the staff was rude and said negative things about you or the business in general behind your back.
You may ask yourself, what did I do wrong? Usually, that is your first thought before you start the less positive diatribe and say, “Well, they were an idiot anyway, they were bound not to last, they never listened to what I had to say anyway.”
The Ten Best Ways to Keep Your Staff Loyal
Creating Staff Loyalty
3. Bonuses
to paying an insurance company for benefits, some business owners offer their staff $2,000 per year of medical coverage. This means they can see the dentist, chiropractor, physiotherapist, optometrist, etc., pay the bill themselves, then bring it to you for reimbursement. They can use up to $2,000 in a 12-month period. If they don’t use the whole $2,000 in that period, it does not carry over into the next 12 months, nor do they get a rebate.
5. Career Pathing
It is very important when someone new joins your team that you let them know your mission statement so they understand the purpose of your lab and how it’s different from others. To keep the team all pulling in the same direction, aligning them to a specific purpose that everyone wants to back up is very important. They must understand how their job fits into the overall goal of the place.
as this ever happened to you?
4. And just maybe, you didn’t know the ten best ways to keep your staff happy and loyal.
1. Purpose
Right now, we are experiencing job hopping like never before in order to improve their take-home pay. You need to be sensitive to this and take appropriate measures. Whatever system of payment you use, it must be the ‘going rate’ or higher if you want to keep good staff. Use Glassdoor or Payscale apps to find out the going rate for the various positions in your lab and your area of Canada.
2. Wages, Salaries, Commissions
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You hire what you think, hope, or know is an excellent addition to your team of skilled technicians, and even before the third month of being with you, they take off for parts unknown or a better offer.
3. Maybe you didn’t train them properly to the point where they felt competent and valued.
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If money is tight in your lab and you don’t feel you can afford to give bonuses, you could have a staff meeting to discuss ways the lab could be more efficient, productive, and profitable to allow for the bonus plan. Staff input will also cause accountability, and it is much more likely to raise the income as a result. Everyone likes a bonus; otherwise, something is wrong with them (ha-ha). However, the bonus system should still be based on increased productivity.
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4. Benefits
A good benefits package has been known to keep people very loyal to a business. This could include medical insurance coverage, providing the services of your practice at no cost to the employee and/or their immediate family, and so on. As a current alternative
The purpose of a performance review is that it is an opportunity to praise the staff member’s performance and positive points. Additionally, areas of shortfall and required improvement would be discussed, and ways for the staff member to improve should be worked out and put in writing and followed up on. This may include courses and other applicable continuing education.
6. Performance Reviews
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“Actively looking for opportunities to say thank you to each member on your team each day can become an ingrained habit, and you will find your staff perk up when appropriately thanked or shown appreciation for something they did.”
The purpose of the meeting is to develop a team spirit of mutual cooperation and coordination, not to lecture the staff but to gather agreement from them and keep them informed as a team. All staff should be encouraged to be involved and participate. They should be validated when they’re doing things well. No corrections of staff are done at this meeting. The rule is ‘praise in public, correct in private.’
9. Team Togetherness
The difference between success and failure is a great team!
Encourage your team to do things together outside of work hours. Include their families.
10. Show Your Team Your Appreciation
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Celebrate staff birthdays with a cake and candles and a card at lunchtime. And so on.
Sponsor an office picnic with games and prizes for the whole team and their families.
This means acknowledging and thanking your staff for the good things they do, especially for the above and beyond actions like staying late to finish a job or helping someone else with theirs without being asked. Actively looking for opportunities to say thank you to each member on your team each day can become an ingrained habit, and you will find your staff perk up when appropriately thanked or shown appreciation for something they did. They will work more happily and efficiently than when you only comment on the wrong things they do, plus they will be more receptive to correction when you need to do that too.
We hope this article gave you a few ideas on how to create a loyal and happy team. There are probably many more ways than what we gave you, but these would be an excellent place to start.
7. Team Spirit
This is where your leadership skills must shine. You lead the team as the lab owner, and your love and care for your team will help the team go forward together. Share your vision with the team and help them think about things from a new perspective, help solve problems, and feel more motivated to work together.
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assistants and, ultimately, RDTs in the future. To support this goal, the Dental Technicians Association of BC (DTABC) has offered an especially low membership fee for assistants, which includes the yearly free early bird registration for the Pacific Dental Conference in the spring.
On behalf of the Board and staff, we look forward to seeing all of you at the CE events. We welcome all constructive feedback and questions as we begin our journey as part of the new BC College of Oral Health Professionals.
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working in our profession. In the wake of this decline, we, as RDTs, are left with the responsibility and the necessity of defending the RDTA’s role within all our labs. Our challenge is not only to defend the necessity of the position as it currently exists but also to create new professional pathways within the College that will allow these dental technician assistants (DTAs) to stay registered and become RDTs themselves. We are responsible not only for the state of our profession right now but also for its
In the next five to seven years, we will be facing the largest decline of RDTs ever to be seen in our field. Without the support of RDTAs within our profession, we as RDTs will be unable to support the growing demand that will come with fewer of us
Putting our voice forward is more crucial than ever, while the BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) is still new. Our current, foremost goal is to show the new College how critical registered dental technician assistants (RDTAs) are in enabling an RDT’s ability to maintain the high quality and safety of a fabricated dental prosthesis.
For more information and to ask any questions or voice any concerns you may have, please contact me at lih@dentaltechniciansofbc.com.
Anotherfuture.ofour positive changes to our profession this fall is that continuing education programs for Fall Spectrum Day, November 11, 2022, and the PDC, March 9-11, 2023, will be in-person events. Continuing education events offer excellent opportunities to open the pathways to unite the RDTs and RDTAs into one strong, cohesive group. RDTs should encourage their assistants to join them for these conferences. It is a place where RDTs and DTAs can meet to foster relationships with one another through learning, sharing viewpoints, and mentoring. The goal is to open more pathways to education for DTAs to obtain certification, to become registered certified dental technician
Lih Fen Young, RDT, Executive Director, Dental Technicians Association of BC
ur wonderful summer is on its way out, and fall is just around the corner, bringing with it some positive changes and challenges to our profession. The long-awaited amalgamation of the four oral health colleges, the College of Dental Hygienists of BC, the College of Dental Technicians of BC, the College of Dental Surgeons of BC, and the College of Denturists of BC, into one college, known as the new BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) will allow us, as registered dental technicians (RDTs), to take our rightful place as an official part of the oral health team in British Columbia.
As the DTABC works towards strengthening our profession at the College and increasing public awareness, it is of utmost importance that the RDTs and DTAs form a strong and broad united front; be proud and embrace the uniqueness of our profession. Together we can forge the pathways to build the future of our profession in the oral health sector and become exponentially more ‘visible’ to the public. Reaching these goals will profoundly affect our profession and the millions of dental patients in BC.
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For the past two years, it was uncommon to spend time physically with others who were not from the same household. This was extremely challenging for many individuals because, as humans, we thrive on social events and gatherings with others. This year was something we all had been waiting for, to have a moment in time that just feels normal again.
The ADTO summer cruise was a success once again; it took place on June 24, 2022, on the Empress of Canada. This year’s event was a welcome return, bringing out many new faces and conversations. Members had the luxury of cruising around the Toronto islands and enjoying the breathtaking scenery, a premium open bar, and hot gourmet food.
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We can’t forget the magical entertainment from our friends at Samba Entertainment Inc. Nikita and her friends sparked up the boat with two beautiful outfits and a choreographed dance that loosened everyone’s hips. Members had the opportunity to play games and win prizes, and we didn’t stop there. Many new ADTO benefits were revealed at the cruise, which members can acquire by simply visiting www.adto.ca.
We are gratified by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our members and partners alike. “The Board of Executive Directors are extremely proud to present the ADTO summer cruise safely and successfully” – until next year!
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Challenges with the Early Digital Denture Workflow
Recent demographic data shows us that in the United States, there are more than 36 million fully edentulous patients and 120 million people missing at least one tooth. The numbers are expected to increase in the next decade. Around 15% of the edentulous population has dentures made each year, for a total of about 5.4 million denture cases annually in the US.1
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technicians to digital roles and pass their priceless knowledge on to the next generation of digital removable technicians.
Combine a high volume of denture cases with recent demographic data from the dental lab industry in the US, which shows that 60% of dental lab technicians are over the age of 55 and that only 24% are listed as ‘most experienced’ removable technicians versus ‘least experienced.’2
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Current Industry Trends
American College of Prosthodontists denture information.
he pace at which technology is evolving has never been faster in the history of the world, and it will never again be slower than it is currently is an observation that has been noted in recent years. Evidence of this can be seen in our daily lives as technology helps us stay in touch more easily, order goods and services with a mouse click, and work remotely in ways we didn’t imagine even only a couple of years ago. In the dental industry, rapidly evolving technology is streamlining the workflow between lab and clinic, and solving daunting workforce challenges, while elevating the level of patient care. In this article, the author will discuss 3D printed denture workflow and its benefits for technicians, labs, and patients.
It is hard to believe that for over a decade, analog fixed restorations such as porcelain fused to metal crowns, multi-unit PFM bridges, and full gold crowns have been widely replaced by digitally produced restorations such as milled zirconia crowns, milled lithium disilicate, and other hybrid-ceramic materials. These digital processes and materials allow technicians and labs to utilize technology such as intra-oral scanners, CAD software, and mills to replace many of the labour-intensive, hands-on production steps required to fabricate restorations while lowering the cost of production, reducing the production time, and providing patients with stronger, more durable restorations. Removable restorations such as dentures, partials, and splints have taken longer to transition to digital fabrication, but that is changing rapidly with the evolution of 3D printer technology and associated materials.
The transition of denture production from hands-on, analog processes to a streamlined digital design and 3D printed production process will allow labs to fulfill the deluge of denture prescriptions while moving the remaining experienced analog removable
Jamie Stover, CDT, Senior Manager of Dental Lab Applications, Carbon
Current Trends for 3D Printed Dentures
Removable restorations such as dentures and night guards began moving to milled digital production processes several years after the fixed restorations, but the adoption rate was not as rapid for multiple reasons. One early challenge for labs was the lack of comprehensive denture and splint design
Additive Technology in Dentistry:
Valmont Research NADL Demographic Survey results.
Game Changers
In the fall of 2021, Dentsply Sirona released two additional on-label workflow options for LDP with the ability to mill and print the denture teeth, and currently have two options for printed teeth, an economy and a premium resin.
A wave of excitement hit the industry around five years ago as the first generation of 3D printable denture resins appeared. Adoption was not widespread;
software, meaning the workflow was clunky and that accurately transferring patient records from the clinic and producing an accurate prosthesis was problematic. Another challenge that exists with milling removable materials is inefficiency for labs. When milling harder materials, such as zirconia, the speed at which the milling bur spins to cut the material can be very fast, but with softer materials like PMMA, the bur speed needs to be reduced, or the heat generated will melt the acrylic it is cutting. This increases the amount of time and means to mill one denture arch with a smooth surface finish is often two or more hours, and for comparison, labs can mill dozens of zirconia crowns in the same amount of time.
however, because these materials lack the aesthetic quality of traditional denture base acrylics and carded denture teeth, and the Work of Fracture and Flexural Strength of these materials are not equal to traditional denture acrylics. Some early 3D printed denture adopters experienced failures due to fractures and decided to continue with traditional processed denture fabrication. Others had more success utilizing these materials for indications such as immediate and temporary dentures versus longterm, final denture applications. Note: the majority of the 3D printable denture resins on the market currently are still in this firstgeneration strength category and not rated as high impact, so the author recommends that clinicians and lab technicians educate themselves about the material properties and carefully read the instructions for use before selecting a resin to produce a 3D printed denture.
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The initial LDP workflow paired the 3D printed denture base to a specific line of carded denture teeth, featuring a fixed geometry that fits intimately into the sockets of the base via settings in the design software, and is bonded with a special fusing resin. Because the teeth are mated to the partially cured denture base prior to the final UV cure step, the final curing cycle fuses the teeth into the base with an incredibly strong bond, minimizing the concerns of denture teeth debonding as sometimes happens in the traditionalAlthoughworkflow.thiswas an innovative workflow, it required around 14mm of VDO for two full denture arches or around 7-8mm of space for a single arch due to the fixed geometry of the carded denture teeth, so it limited the number of cases that were possible, as many patients have less VDO space.
These new materials and multiple improved digital tooth design libraries mean that labs now have much more flexibility when designing denture cases and the option to modify the tooth shape to accommodate virtually any occlusal scheme. With this increased flexibility, the adoption of 3D printed dentures is increasing steadily, and for Carbon printer users specifically, from Q2 2021 to Q2 2022, the percentage increase of LDP denture printing is over 90%. The printed tooth workflow also lowers the cost per arch of denture teeth by around 50% or more compared to the carded tooth price according to Dentsply’s estimates.
In 2019, Dentsply Sirona launched the first high-impact 3D printed denture system, the Lucitone Digital Print Denture (LDP). The process of converting Lucitone 199 denture base acrylic to a printable resin produced a notable side effect wherein the Work of Fracture rating increased from around 1,500 j/m2 to about 3,000 j/m2 when warmed up from room temperature to body temperature in a patient’s mouth. Labs now had a 3D printed denture option available to them with strength rated higher than the traditional denture acrylics provide.
Current denture fabrication methods.
LDP Denture Work of Fracture rating, courtesy of Dentsply Sirona.
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The try-in can also be delivered along with the final denture as an emergency backup denture and used temporarily in the event the final denture is lost or damaged, an additional benefit that is impossible with a traditional denture workflow.
A Functional Try-In
One of the most impactful benefits of the LDP denture workflow is the ability to reproduce a patient’s existing denture, either with or without making functional or aesthetic changes, quickly and easily in as few as two clinical appointments. This is commonly referred to as the ‘copy’ or ‘reference’ denture workflow and allows a clinician to do a washimpression with the patient’s existing denture to capture the tissue accurately and then either scan the denture, bite, and opposing arch with an intra-oral scanner or send them to the lab to be scanned. The lab imports the scans into their denture design software and either prints an exact copy of the existing denture or can make requested changes to the existing denture, using it as a reference point. Common requested changes for a ‘reference denture’ are modifying the tooth shade, shape, length, or position to eliminate cheek biting, increase lip support, or improve phonetics. Clinicians and lab technicians who are experienced with the LDP ‘copy denture’ workflow can opt to skip the try-in step and instead have the clinician virtually preview the denture design via the software without the need for a clinical try-in which reduces the total appointments to only two.
Image of IPN Premium Print Denture Tooth, courtesy of Dentsply Sirona.
Another unique benefit of the LDP workflow is the fact that the try-in step improves and becomes a functional try-in. The delicate traditional wax try-in is replaced with a strong monolithic try-in denture that can be taken home and tested by the patient prior to ordering the final denture if desired. Clinicians still maintain the control of modifying the try-in and requesting changes from the lab prior to final denture fabrication, and the lab can easily perform requested modifications in the denture design software.
The CAD denture software has improved over time, with multiple companies providing comprehensive, user-friendly programs with all the digital tools technicians need to efficiently design very accurate dentures. Labs can also outsource the design steps by partnering with companies who provide this service, eliminating the need to hire experienced designers or train inexperienced technicians
Image showing assembly of LDP denture base and teeth.
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Image of an LDP try-in denture and benefits.
Copy and Reference Dentures
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The digital record means that the LDP denture can be reproduced quickly from the stored design file versus starting over with a new impression, which is required with traditional processed acrylic dentures. This benefit is especially impactful when we consider the patient segment in convalescent care facilities, many of whom require special transportation to/from the clinic, and some require additional medications or sedation for dental procedures. When these patients lose or damage dentures, their ability to eat is impacted, and their health can decline rapidly. With LDP dentures, the monolithic try-in can be delivered with the final denture as an emergency backup,
When technology, materials, and production processes evolve and provide us with impactful benefits for labs and technicians while elevating the level of patient care, they can truly be called a game changer, and the LDP denture produced using Carbon 3D Printers is an excellent example of just what this means for our industry and our patients.
in the very competitive marketplace, and allows labs to scale production as they train and hire their own denture designers.
In conclusion, the author recommends that labs and technicians conceptualize the LDP denture as a stronger denture with a simplified workflow and many benefits over a traditional processed acrylic denture instead of thinking of it as a ‘digital denture.’ Digital dentures have existed for years, in both milled and 3D printed iterations, but most 3D printed dentures still lack the material properties required to produce a denture with high impact strength and aesthetics similar to traditional processed acrylic. Labs using Carbon 3D printers with LDP report a reduction in the amount of labour required to produce a denture of around 65%, meaning they can lower the retail price of the denture while still maintaining a healthy profit margin and pass some savings on to their dental clients. Dentists and denturists can reduce the number of appointments and chairtime required to deliver a denture by using the ‘copy’ and ‘reference’ denture workflows, making dentures a less complex process and also a more profitable product. Clinicians can receive LDP dentures without purchasing an intraoral scanner or changing anything about their current traditional impression process if they choose. Patients benefit from a denture that is stronger than a traditionally processed acrylic denture, with a very accurate fit, and with a digital record that the laboratory can
and the digital record can be quickly accessed when reproduction is necessary, meaning a patient never has to be without a critical dental prosthesis.
Images showing a denture being scanned for the ‘copy denture’ workflow – scan photos courtesy Jimmy Stegall, Dentsply-Sirona.
A denture being designed in 3Shape denture design software.
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References:
2 2022 Valmont Research NADL Demographic Survey.
store for fast reproducibility if needed. The LDP denture material can also be relined and repaired chairside or in-lab should the need arise, just like a traditional acrylic denture.
A Simpler Denture Process with Many Benefits
1 The American College of Prosthodontists –https://www.gotoapro.org/facts-figures/#:~:text= About%2023%20million%20are%20completely, more%20than%20200%20million%20individuals.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Dentistry is as individual as a patient’s anatomy. No two cases are the same, and every treatment is specifically tailored thanks to a longstanding tradition of craftsmanship that puts the patient first. Just like any other craft, the quality of the final result depends on a number of factors, such as the material, experience, planning, and precision during implementation. Creating superior quality dentures that are also cost-effective to fabricate and eliminate as many potential defects as possible is always a challenge. Now, thanks to digital dental technology, risks and uncertainties can be mitigated, enabling outstanding precision, accuracy, and efficiency throughout all phases of the workflow while also improving process reproducibility. In doing so, Ivoclar digital workflows – from the practice to the laboratory – blend traditional craftsmanship with digital fabrication strategies, optimizing workflows while minimizing the time required for individual process steps. Regardless of the current level of digitization of a laboratory or a dental technician – from beginners to seasoned professionals – Ivoclar has appropriate, innovative solutions for a forward-looking working environment. The range of digital devices here includes powerful equipment for scanning, milling, and sintering zirconia, meaning maximum flexibility and profitability. As an integral part of modern dentistry, digital dental technology paves the way for completely new approaches that benefit everyone, from dental practices and patients to dental technicians and dental laboratories.
Ivoclar’s holistically designed digital workflows can start in the dental practice and offer a seamless transition to dental technicians. What’s more, they can begin directly in the dental laboratory too. Here, digital design and digital fabrication increase productivity and reduce manual work while, in turn, optimizing production so that less time is required for each unit fabricated. Milling machines can combine jobs and operate unattended, helping to accelerate processes even further. All current Ivoclar product systems are adapted to one another for reliable fabrication results and simple, intuitive handling. As a result, the entire range of powerful devices can be seamlessly integrated into the digital workflow for improved control of daily work routines. Cutting-edge equipment for scanning, milling, and sintering zirconia is available for a wide variety of applications. Regardless of whether you are just about to launch digital fabrication processes or you have already established digital workflows – Ivoclar offers the right equipment and appropriate service for dental technicians and dental laboratories.
s the dental industry continues to evolve, the future of dentistry is becoming increasingly digitized. Thanks to state-of-the-art digital workflows that combine scanning of impressions, fabrication planning, design, and automated production processes, many process steps are now becoming more commercially viable, heralding the transformation of dental laboratories and dental practices. As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications, Ivoclar enables a simple and straightforward introduction to innovative dental fabrication processes with a comprehensive product and system portfolio for dentists and dental technicians. The digital workflows combine almost 100 years of Ivoclar experience in the dental industry with leading-edge technology, premium-grade materials, and harmonized workflows – meaning greater flexibility, profitability, and efficiency in the daily routine for dentists, dental technicians, and dental laboratories.
Digitization in Dental Technology: Ivoclar’s Comprehensive Digital Workflows Offer Greater Efficiency during Fabrication
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Working hand in hand: digital thinking and digital fabrication
The consolidation of workflows in the dental practice and in dental technology continues apace. Some dental practices already use digital impressions, while others still send conventional impressions to the laboratory, where they can then be scanned using the laboratory scanner. That’s why modern dental laboratories now offer maximum flexibility and the relevant solutions to provide optimum support for the various application scenarios.
With the PrograMill series, Ivoclar offers a variety of CAD/CAM milling machines, each with its own strengths. PrograMill PM5 and PM3 are the two midfielders you can rely on in the milling machine team. The 5-axis milling machine PrograMill PM7 is the outstanding striker in the team, setting new standards in the digital fabrication of restorations in the dental laboratory. Suitable for a wide variety of indications, a diverse range of materials can be processed in both wet and dry modes. Moreover, fully automatic material management in combination with an intuitive user
With PrograScan PS5 and PS3, Ivoclar provides powerful, reliable partners for scanning in the laboratory. These devices are intuitive to operate, feature high precision and scanning speed, and deliver reliable scanning results to accelerate the workflow significantly. The connected exocad DentalCAD software also makes scanning simple. Impression scanning is fully automated using a third axis with the digital model shown in colour. Both laboratory scanners, PrograScan PS5 and PS3, are optimally integrated into the Ivoclar digital workflow. All process components such as technology, software, and materials ensure high process reliability, which saves time and ensures highly aesthetic results.
Digital workflows: the future of dentistry?
Going digital with Ivoclar: for efficiency, quality, and reliability into the future
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interface delivers reliably reproducible results. With PrograMill DRY, the Ivoclar squad also includes the ideal player for the professional fabrication of zirconia restorations. This compact 5-axis dry milling machine fabricates zirconia crowns and bridges quickly and precisely, and with Ivotion, even complete digital dentures are possible using just a single disc. Thanks to its compact design, PrograMill DRY impresses with flexibility, enabling space-saving integration in any laboratory.
The Ivoclar Group, headquartered in Schaan, Liechtenstein, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of integrated solutions for highquality dental applications. The company’s success is based on a comprehensive portfolio of products, systems and services, strong research and development capabilities, and a clear commitment to training and further education. The group of companies, which sells its products to around 130 countries, has 47 subsidiaries and branch offices and employs roughly 3,500 people worldwide. More information about the Ivoclar Group is available at www.ivoclar.com.
The innovative Ivoclar workflows are also sure to shape the digitization of the dental industry and drive it forward. Looking to the future, digital workflows from Ivoclar will continue to optimize processes in dental laboratories and dental practices – when it comes to efficiency, quality, profitability, and aesthetics too. After all, the company aims to continue to establish itself as a digital pioneer going forward with new, innovative products and services. What’s more, to make it as easy as possible for customers to get started in the digital world of Ivoclar products, the company offers extensive consultation, detailed guidelines, step-by-step instructions, white papers, webinars, further training, discussions with experts, and much more.
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The Programat S2 is the state-of-the-art expert for a precision fit when sintering. This compact furnace can sinter frameworks or full-contour zirconia restorations at temperatures up to 1600°C. And thanks to integration in the Ivoclar workflow, the Programat S2 not only facilitates a seamless process but also ensures superior end-toend quality too. The ergonomic design of the Programat S2 includes a large colour touch display for fast and intuitive operation. This furnace provides reliable and precise sintering in record time.
More information on the digital workflows and digital solutions from Ivoclar is available at www.ivoclar.com/en_li/digital-equipment.
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This is a permanent full-time position, approximately 40 hours/week, from Monday to Friday. For more information, please contact drdentallab@gmail.com
Vancouver
A & P Dental Laboratory is seeking a dental technician or technician assistant with experience in dentures or other departments. We need someone immediately. Come join our team! For more information, please email aplab@shaw.ca or call 250-383-7118.
Falcon Dental Lab is accepting overflow cases from your lab. Crown and bridge, zirconium, PFM’s. For more information, please contact Mark at falcondental@shaw.ca or 604-802-5005.
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I am a registered dental technician with the College of Dental Technicians of BC. I specialize in orthodontics and have over 15 years of full-time work experience in large, challenging practices in Vancouver. I have expertise in the full spectrum of orthodontic appliances and lab procedures. Some examples of appliances that I produce are twin block, spring-loaded twin block, twin block retainer, RPA, quad helix, posterior bite block, anterior bite plate, BLRT straight and wave wire, essixes with modifications, sports guard, IND transfer tray, flipper, Kois deprogrammer, hard TMJ splint, etc. I’m seeking a position as a part-time in-house lab dental technician in my area of specialization in the Vancouver Lower Mainland. You can send me an email at rdtvan8@gmail.com, my preferred method of communication. I can also be reached at 604-435-4576. A voice message can be left for me at this number.
• Minimum one year of experience working in a dental lab.
• Able to finish screw or cementretained restorations.
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• Can handle model fabrication and trimming.
Dentcraft Dental Laboratory is looking for a fully trained ortho tech – needed immediately. We offer excellent wages and full benefits after three months of probation. For more information, please email info@dentcraftdentallab.ca or call 604-507-8555/604-372-3595.
• Must be able to stain and glaze zirconia and e.max crowns.
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Surrey
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Surrey Dentcraft Dental Laboratory is looking for cast partial tech immediately. We offer very competitive wages and full medical and dental benefits after probation is completed. We offer a great signing bonus. Denture experience is not necessary. Wax/cast partial denture. For more information, please contact office_manager@dentcraftlab.ca.
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Pitt Meadows
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• Able to wax up and cast full gold crowns.
3D Dental Laboratory Inc. is looking for a dental ceramist with experience fitting zirconia crowns, porcelain-related work, stain and glaze, and gold crowns. For more information, please contact 3ddentallab@gmail.com.
• Can finish ~7-8 crowns/day.
D & R Dental Laboratory is a small dental lab looking for a new dental technician to join our team. The job requires the following qualifications and skills:
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Ortho Technician
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Small dental lab in Duncan, BC, established in 1995. Owner selling due to retirement. Please call Allan D. Milne to discuss opportunities at 250-746-9399.
Located in the sunny Central Okanagan, this profit-generating dental lab has successfully operated for over 35 years. The lab is busier now than ever before. It employs six people and is up-to-date with all the current digital capabilities, resulting in increased efficiency and streamlined operations. The dental lab deals with all aspects of orthodontics, including but not limited to removable prosthetic appliances, cast partials, Valplast, complete dentures, sleep apnea, space maintenance, sports guards, LVI orthotics, brux guards, and more. The lab is located in a beautiful area that is ever-expanding and close to all amenities, making it ideal for business operations and daily life. The owner is willing to work through the sale transition to ensure everything goes smoothly and looks forward to hearing from you! Please contact dougortho57@gmail.com for more information.
The dental lab requires a qualified registered dental technician (RDT) to replace the current owner. Due to the flexibility of the business and qualified technicians running the day-to-day operations, the RDT could benefit from an exceptional work/life balance, only needing to be in the office part-time. The current location is available for lease. The asking price is $195,000 and includes $90,000 of assets, equipment and inventory –an incredible opportunity for a work-to-own situation for a busy, profitable, turnkey operation. Please contact Ramon Ramirez at ramon@chinookmabb.com or call 250-886-1041. For more information, please visit 6551-4ab8-beaf-e9cfed55e8d0.dealbuilder.co/blind-profile/7c3a2835-https://app.
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Live Dental Studio Inc. is seeking a CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) with the following qualifications:
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• Minimum of five years experience as a senior manager in the dental, medical, or health industry.
Busy Dental Clinic for Sale in the Comox Valley, BC
Small established dental lab for sale in downtown Sidney, BC. The lab specializes in implants and crown and bridge. Retiring due to health issues. Willing to sell for cost of set up. All equipment is brand new as of three years ago. Good opportunity for young RDT wanting their own business. The potential for growth is excellent as it is the only lab in Sidney. For more information, please email hammerc@shaw.ca
• Finance experience building and managing company profit and loss models, building financial models, budgeting, forecasting, and conducting key performance indicators.
• Bachelor’s degree.
experienced in full mouth design, implant retained and customizing dental restorations through concepts of colour theory. The successful candidate will be responsible for porcelain application of layered zirconia, full contour zirconia, PFM, e.max Press® restorations, and complete daily production volume. Our laboratory is located in Southwestern Ontario, and applicants must be able to commute or willing to relocate to our community. Applicants must be available for interview and practical testing and currently legally eligible to work in Canada. Minimum of 40 hours per week with additional time/overtime available. If you want to join our team of leaders in cosmetic dentistry, work well in teams and individually, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, please send your resume and cover letter to resumes@powlab.com.
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• Minimum of two years in digitalization, including ERP & CRM modules. This is a fast-paced environment – one must be able to work under pressure, have attention to detail, and handle a large workload. This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours/week at $51.00/hour. The position includes 15 paid vacation days, a group health insurance plan, and medical, dental, and life insurance. Discretionary bonus subject to company performance. If you are interested in the CMO position and want to join Live Dental Studio, we encourage you to send us a cover letter and resume in confidence to info@livedentalstudio.com For more details about the job posting, please visit https://adto.ca/advert/chiefmarketing-officer-2.
Ceramist with a minimum of five years of experience needed for dental lab in Georgetown. Proficient in PFM, zirconia, and all implant systems. Must be able to complete cases from start to finish. Must read and write English. Salary $45,000-65,000 per year. For more information, please email emmademelo97@gmail.com or call 905-702-3852.
• Minimum of two years of experience in product management, marketing, or business development.
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Pow Laboratories is a family-owned and operated business looking for a multi-skilled ceramist with a strong passion for dentistry and replicating natural teeth to join our team. Applicants for this position should have a minimum of 5+ years as a trained ceramist,
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Mississauga
We are looking for an experienced full-time ceramist. We are a well-established lab in the Mississauga area looking for enthusiastic team players to join us. Good benefits and work environment. Experience a must, located in Canada, and available to start work asap. For more information, please contact tcarruthers@prismdental.com or call 905-890-0072.
Mississauga
Experienced metal technician required for a busy Mississauga dental laboratory. We are a well-established lab in the Mississauga area looking for enthusiastic team players to join us. Experience a must, located in Canada, and available to start work asap. For more information, please contact tcarruthers@prismdental.com or call 905-890-0072.
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Registered Dental Technician Georgetown
Experienced Ceramist Mississauga
Full-service lab in Mississauga is searching for a technician with CAD/CAM experience, model work, denture set up, trimming and polishing, night guard fabrication, investing, and processing. Preferably someone with experience or a GBC graduate in the Peel area with a vehicle would be ideal. For more information, please contact dentalcraft@outlook.com
Denture Technician
Registered dental tech urgently needed for a lab in Georgetown. A well-established business that has been servicing dedicated clients for 30 years. We are a full-service lab specializing in crown and bridge. Responsibilities include managing day-today operations, ensuring quality control, and customer service communication. Salary range $70,000-90,000. Commensurate with experience. For more information, please email emmademelo97@gmail.com or call 905-702-3852.
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Dental Lab Y Bench for sale. Brand new, comes not installed. It can fit three technicians when put together as a Y shape OR can fit six technicians when installed separately. For more information, please email parkanthony123@hotmail.com or call 647-567-7275.
GTA West Quality crown and bridge dental lab for sale. 2021 revenue in excess of $700,000. Modern equipment and excellent reputation. For more information, please email rourke@mbcbrokerage.ca or call 647-519-5775.
Gem Dental Studio is a high-quality, fullservice dental lab in Sarnia, Ontario. We are a progressive lab that has always stayed on top of current technologies. Gem is looking for a George Brown graduate or an RDT to join our team to focus on all aspects of crown and bridge while maintaining first-hand knowledge of removables. The successful candidate will gain knowledge of all aspects of the lab, working towards a supervisory role, then management, and eventually taking over ownership. Timeline is negotiable, and you will be fully trained. Sarnia is a beautiful city located at the base of Lake Huron on the Clair River. It is peaceful, progressive and right across the river from the US. Contact us today to begin your journey. Submit your resume and cover letter to beyond@bell.net.
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Mississauga
Our organization is seeking a highly motivated and technical individual who can perform roles as an orthodontic/dental technician and troubleshoot/repair orthodontic appliance issues as well. The ideal candidate for this position will be skilled in various areas of orthodontics, have strong communication skills, and have an unwavering commitment to integrity. The successful candidate must have prior experience and will be responsible for having a broad understanding of and fabricating various orthodontic and dental appliances and solving appliance-related issues. Experience is preferred. We offer a competitive salary and a friendly, supportive atmosphere. For more information, please contact bgkrakowski@gmail.com or call 416-782-0958.
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Always growing, Image Dental Laboratory is a state-of-the-art dental laboratory that exists where the rest of the province vacations. If you are interested in any of the above-referenced roles, contact us and let’s talk about affordable housing, quality of life, respect in
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We were looking to add a dental technician to the mode/plaster department. This enthusiastic addition should have experience with pouring and mounting denture models, as well as pouring, pinning, and mounting crown and bridge models. Minimum three years of experience preferred. For more information, please contact maya@gordanadentalarts.com
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Our team is looking for a full-time, experienced digital dental technician. Responsibilities include scan/design and fit/finish frameworks as part of the digital team. We are a well-established lab in the Mississauga area looking for enthusiastic team players to join us. Good benefits and work environment. Digital experience is a must, located in Canada, and available to start work asap. For more information, please contact tcarruthers@prismdental.com or call 905-890-0072.
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