Dental Technology Today Winter 2021

WINTER 2021 THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DENTAL TECHNICIANS ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA AND THE ASSOCIATION OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGISTS OF ONTARIO

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THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DENTAL TECHNICIANS ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA AND THE ASSOCIATION OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGISTS OF ONTARIO

Pacific Dental Conference Announcement.......................... 8 7181 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 235 Markham, ON L3R 1A3 Toll Free: 1-877-788-ADTO (2386) (within Ontario) Telephone: 416-742-ADTO (2386) Fax: 416-798-2613 www.adto.ca

Save the dates for the in-person Pacific Dental Conference from March 10-12, 2022.

The Case for Collaboration: The Team Approach to Full-Arch Rehabilitation...............12 Eric Kukucka, DD, explains how collaboration is elemental in both the dental industry and denturism. The article outlines four different patient case studies and the successful use of a team approach in each.

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2022 Buyers’ Guide................................................................. 20 The 11th annual Buyers’ Guide contains a list of industry products and services by alphabetical order and by category.

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ADTO PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Karim Sahil, MDT, RDT, President, Association of Dental Technologists of Ontario

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Recapitulate and Move Forward hank you to everyone who joined us this year at our Annual General Meeting (AGM), which was held virtually on Friday, November 5, 2021. Many points were discussed by the ADTO Board of Directors, which were supported by the membership. The ADTO continues to be in a strong financial position, and the feedback we got was positive. The major topics discussed were the Suggested Fee Guide, public awareness, membership benefits, and education. We also had two guest speakers from Lawrie Insurance Group and the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario (CDTO).

One elaborated on membership benefits and the other on future regulatory outcomes for the membership.

As we close off the year, we have witnessed many changes which impacted us greatly. Many challenges were brought up to the Board, and we took massive action to try and create a process that became not only the solution but also the way for the future. Many members seem to find it difficult to have access to or be able to find trained dental laboratory associates. This has been difficult for dental laboratories for many years, especially in the regions outside of the GTA. Connecting dental labs with potential employees has now become easier than ever. As an ADTO member, you can utilize www.adto.ca and use the classified section to promote your dental lab and what you are looking for. We will provide George Brown students and other trained

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DTABC ADTO EXECUTIVE BOARD BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF DIRECTORS 2020-21 PRESIDENT PRESIDENT Hal Hamilton, RDT Karim Sahil, MDT, RDT VICE PRESIDENT VICE ChrisPRESIDENT Opitz, RDT Shabana Mirza, RDT John Eggeling, RDT TREASURER Nadja Jakobi, RDT Aura RDT Greg Szigiato, Tamkin, RDT Stuart Thomson SECRETARY Helai Safi, RDT MANAGEMENT STAFF Malcolm Ashford MEMBER ExecutiveBENEFITS Director Chris Ji, RDT

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONS Aaliyah McPherson, RDT MEMBER SERVICES Renata Cecconi 604-940-2995 PAST PRESIDENTS 2016-2020 - Franklin Parada

2010-2016 - Jason Robson

2007-2010 - Gabriel Ghazal

2004-2007 - Stephen DeLuca

2003 - Michael Hrabowsky 2001-2002 - Al McOrmond

2000 - David Kochberg

1999 - Thomas Kitsos

1998 - Feliks Dawidowicz

1997 - Wilhard Barth

1996 - Bob Huybrechts

1994-1995 - Andre Theberge

1992-1993 - Michael Hrabowsky

1990-1991 - Jamie Matera

1989 - Joe Nagy

dental laboratory associates with access to the classified section to help them navigate future employment. This process of ‘employee finding the employer’ can allow RDTs to focus on important business matters.

In-person trade shows were something of the past; having hundreds of people in one venue seemed impossible. We are proud of the Palmeri Media Group for successfully putting together Spectrum Day Toronto. They went against the tide with daily changes on COVID-19 protocols and rules that made it difficult to have individuals sit next to one another. This shows that we are closer to having more in-person trade shows, and venues can be filled up once again to promote dentistry.

The ADTO is looking forward to the new year; as COVID-19 measures lessen, we will be in the process of working towards our ADTO Gala.

Membership feedback has given us direction to provide you with the necessary benefits for professional success; your voice matters. So please continue to email us and communicate your needs. Your Board of Executive Directors is pleased to be in a position to serve. Together we will continue to elevate the profession and find new and improved ways to benefit our membership.

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Karim Sahil, MDT, RDT President Association of Dental Technologists of Ontario

“Membership feedback has given us direction to provide you with the necessary benefits for professional success; your voice matters.”

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DTABC PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Sachiyo Tsunemi, RDT, President, Dental Technicians Association of BC

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DTABC BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Sachiyo Tsunemi, RDT, Artistic Dental Ceramics VICE PRESIDENT Dragan Lipovac, RDT, Dentsply Sirona PAST PRESIDENT Olaf Lutz, RDT, Orthotech Dental Lab Zuzana Houdkova, Dental Tech Assistant, Integral Dental Lab Roberto Kim, RDT, Integral Dental Lab Calvin Moon, RDT, Moon Dental Technology Solutions James Neuber, RDT, Ocean Ceramics Ltd. Donald Park, Smile Innovations Group MANAGEMENT STAFF Malcolm Ashford Executive Director DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND MEMBER SERVICES Renata Cecconi 604-789-4077 renata@dentaltechniciansofbc.com

The End of Another Year ecember is here, and we are at the end of another year. It’s a time, as always, to reflect on the past year and look forward to an exciting new year ahead.

The Board of Directors and staff continually strive to work in your best interest and provide a professional association that offers career-building opportunities and helps strengthen our profession.

We will continue to: • Strengthen our partnership with the Pacific Dental Conference to expand professional and networking experiences for you throughout the three-day conference. This year, the PDC will be live and in-person at the Vancouver Convention Centre from March 10-12, 2022. The Lab Expo is being incorporated into the main Exhibit Hall on Thursday and Friday. Once again, registration is free for DTABC members during the early bird registration, which runs from November 15, 2021, to January 14, 2022. See page 8 for more details.

• Work is still ongoing with the other dental associations and regulatory colleges to help establish the new One Oral Health College that is part of the government’s modernization of regulation agenda. Unfortunately, as I write this, government is still totally focused on COVID-19, so activities around

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the modernization agenda have been extremely limited. Hopefully, in 2022, COVID-19 will be on the decline, and we will be more active in the design and implementation of the new One Oral Health College, which will take some time to evolve.

• We have been collaborating with the College of Dental Surgeons (CDSBC) and the BC Dental Association to inform dentists why they should always work with an RDT and to start a conversation on the future of dental technology within the context of the new One Oral Health College. This will include discussions around the Scope of Practice for RDTs. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and staff of the DTABC, we wish you a happy holiday season and a successful 2022, both professionally and personally. We look forward to collaborating with you, and please don’t forget to renew your membership. We all benefit if we stand together.

Thanks for your continued support.

Sachiyo Tsunemi, RDT President Dental Technicians Association of BC

“On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and staff of the DTABC, we wish you a happy holiday season and a successful 2022, both professionally and personally.”

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Handling Misinformation about Vaccines in the Workplace Kristina Vassilieva, HR Writer at Peninsula Canada

accination can be a controversial and sensitive topic. In recent news, we’ve heard about businesses protesting vaccine certificates and how waning immunity from vaccination is becoming a concern as those at risk of COVID-19 are starting to get their third doses.

Concerns about vaccination could affect people’s mental health, their decisions, and how they feel about coming into work. This could also affect the way people work together on both sides of the debate on vaccination.

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How Might Misinformation Affect Working Relationships?

Rumours and conspiracies surrounding vaccination and the pandemic can cause tension in the workplace. Unvaccinated employees in the workplace may feel stigmatized for their decision or feel pressured to get vaccinated. Those that have strong feelings on the subject might even judge vaccinated workers.

Meanwhile, vaccinated workers might be unhappy about working with unvaccinated colleagues and want to avoid this for the time being. Fears of waning immunity from the vaccines might also cause anxiety about being at work if it’s been a while since they got their last dose.

Why It’s Important for Employers to Handle Misinformation in Their Workplace?

With so much misinformation online, it’s easy for people to lose track of the facts and get carried away by a strong emotional response.

Therefore, it is in the interest of employers to address and manage misinformation in their workplace in order to protect their staff, customers, and business as a whole.

Providing ongoing updates and education to staff is important for helping workers make the right decision when it comes to vaccination.

“One of the best ways to avoid vaccinerelated issues in your workplace is providing staff with credible information on the subject.

The more employees are educated on the

benefits of vaccination, the more likely they are to get their dose,” says Olivia Cicchini, Legal Content Specialist at Peninsula Canada.

More information is becoming available as more studies are completed, and it’s vital that the sources being cited are credible.

Provide Workers with the Right Information and Training Providing training on how vaccines work can help resolve vaccine hesitancy. Giving updates on how long vaccines last and whether more doses of the vaccine will be necessary can also help clear up confusion in the workplace.

Employers can train staff in person with a presentation or virtually by providing online resources. What matters most is that the information is taken from reliable sources.

Communication on vaccines should be clear and issued as often as there are news updates or changes to legislation.

Staff should feel that their employer is transparent about how vaccination will be managed in the workplace and should feel comfortable asking questions or raising concerns with management. “While employees should not know the vaccination status of their coworkers, some employees may share their stance on vaccination with their friends at work. If members of your staff feel anxious about working alongside their unvaccinated colleagues, employers should

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assure them that the business is observing all public health guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy workplace,” says Olivia.

Use Policies to Handle Misinformation and Stop Inappropriate Behaviour To curb the spread of misinformation, rumours, and judgement among coworkers, employers can set expectations for staff behaviour relating to vaccination at work. Workers should be discouraged from discussing their vaccination status or inquiring about others’ vaccination status, as this can be a very sensitive subject.

Instead, workers should be instructed to raise any concerns with their employers directly. This can help prevent the spread of misinformation and keep the workplace a professional and inclusive space for all.

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MANAGEMENT TIPS

Innovations and Excellence Janice Wheeler, President, The Art Of Management Inc.

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The Journey to Perfection Honestly, it has often been said that when you finish your technical/professional training, you are just embarking on a learning journey into the real world. Person by person and case by case, each one is so unique and dependent on your intimate and extensive knowledge of the technology that it is a miracle that you create the perfection you do. This is because there are so many magazines, articles, blogs, conferences, and courses to stay current with to maintain your position of ‘state-of-the-art’ and stay at the top of the technical mountain.

Getting Lost on the Way There are so many distractions and unfortunate incidents that can discourage you or your staff while trying to embrace the perfection you seek. For example, your premises can be too small for you to expand in, your equipment breaks at the worst moments, new technology makes what you already have become obsolete, great staff seem harder to find than ever, accidents and illnesses throw off your committed delivery dates, pandemics shut you down, and so on.

With all these factors, it is very easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated.

Keep Your Eye on the Mountain If you own a lab, it is vital to be the best possible leader you can be and keep your eye on your mountain. You have the duty and the need to be inspirational to your clients and your team. You must have a strategy of how you will move forward with your business step-by-step into the future 10

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toward your goals. Then you break that strategy down into small, doable action plans and set deadlines for accomplishing each forward step. If you don’t have goals to work towards, you are just wandering in the dark and will eventually feel tired and burnt out and perhaps even give up. For an optimum growth trajectory, you need a strong strategy that is very real and doable, and then you must follow up weekly and monthly on the progress you are making.

Creating a Great Team to Help You You will need to add technicians one by one as you grow. And you must mentor them and set high bars of excellence and perfection for them. Furthermore, when they turn out perfect products, you must celebrate their achievements and then challenge them to learn more skills and keep improving. You want to turn every one of them into true masters of their profession and encourage them to have great pride in their accomplishments.

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THE CASE FOR COLLABORATION:

The Team Approach to FULL-ARCH REHABILITATION Eric Kukucka, DD

Originally printed in the Winter 2020 issue of Denturism Canada – re-printed with permission from author and publisher

“Collaboration has no hierarchy. The sun collaborates with soil to bring flowers on the earth.” – Amit Ray, the contemporary Indian author, scientist, and spiritualist.

In dentistry, as in nature, collaboration is elemental.

When arranging patient care for any implant treatment modality, an interdisciplinary approach is imperative. In my practice, for both digital and traditional or ‘analog’ dentures, working as a team with appropriate professional specialists is a non-negotiable constant.

A collaborative approach affords the patient a full team of professionals, each with their own area of complementary expertise.

By setting egos aside, beginning with the end in mind, a team can evaluate and determine a comprehensive, customized care plan including the necessary procedure(s), appropriate post-operative care, and an ongoing lifetime maintenance program. Throughout, whether they initially present at a dentist’s practice or at our clinic for an initial consultation, patients will enjoy the best prosthetic treatments available on the market today. And these treatments, when appropriately administered in the appropriate context, are truly special. The most exciting emerging technologies in our industry enable denturists and their teams to resolve ‘impossible’ cases every day.

Whether I am preparing for a routine procedure or a particularly challenging, complicated project, my immediate initial approach is to methodically break down the various elements involved in the particular patient’s case: Does the patient present with natural dentition, 12

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and if so, does it appear to be healthy? Is restorative work needed? What is the patient’s goal or desire? I use these questions to help assemble our collaborative team utilizing their expertise and ability to diagnose.

Often, patients come to our office with a referral from their dentist, oral surgeon, or periodontist. We work with patients’ current care providers and assist with connecting them with other disciplines as necessary. Each specialist is an expert in their field; in each unique case, the team works together for a common goal in the patient’s best interest.

Rehabilitating a patient’s smile is a genuine challenge that tests even the most experienced professionals on a daily basis. While several viable treatment modalities are available, the sheer number of options can overwhelm and confuse patients and oral health professionals alike. In my experience, modern terminal dentition or edentulous patients demand two key factors: aesthetically appealing results and function. This pair of requirements often presents an opportunity to educate the patient on a variety of options and expectations.

As a team, we discuss all possible treatment options. Following this conversation, I present the appropriate options to the patient, educating them about the differences across full dentures, an implant-supported overdenture, fixed removable and full-fixed options. I explain the patient’s responsibilities, the longevity of each prosthetic, required maintenance, and possible complications.

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Naturally, I consider the patient’s current condition, the patient’s goals, and the relative affordability of the various options. We allow each patient to make an educated decision regarding the treatment they want and to which they can commit.

OUR TEAM DYNAMIC In order to administer this treatment concept successfully, I believe it is imperative to exercise what I call ‘The Team Approach.’

In our practice, we conduct our treatments as a collaborative team – this is our mandate. Our collaborative team approach has broad applications, but it is ideal for implant treatment modalities.

As Dr. John A. Hodges notes in DentistryIQ, dental implant treatment has guidelines rather than rules. Because every person’s dentition and oral health situation is different, every dental implant case is unique. Successful clinicians must begin a case with a broad understanding of the patient’s relevant particularities in order to devise a best-case treatment plan.

Individual patient budgets clearly help to shape the course of treatment. Still, implant cases are also affected by underlying factors like bone quality and quantity, parafunction, occlusion, periodontal disease, and the size of the space to be restored.

Part of our office culture at The Denture Center involves recognizing each patient who passes through our doors as an authentic individual. Every patient has a unique story and a

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specific set of needs and expectations. It logically follows that each patient needs an individualized program of care and treatment.

Our denturists evaluate patients on a case-by-case basis and work closely with specialists and general dentists to determine and deliver specialized care.

Within our collaborative treatment team, a pervasive culture of mutual respect and a collective commitment to ‘check egos at the door’ enable us to create the most predictable, reliable, and efficacious treatment outcomes possible. Our team members rely on each other’s specific strengths, offering suggestions and observations as necessary. This collective approach is reassuring for patients; they know that all productive lines of communication are open, and the individual professionals responsible for their care are committed to working together toward a common objective.

During collaborative work, specialized dental professionals inevitably – and reasonably – focus on their respective areas of expertise. As we do this work, there is never pressure to stray outside our scope of practice; there is accountability amongst us, and support is always available.

Specific responsibilities are fluid and situation-specific, but it might be productive to outline some typical assignments: • Oral surgeon’s role: Rehabilitating any damage caused by trauma; determining necessary corrective bone or tissue measures; placing implants.

• Dentist’s role: Performing restorative work in appropriate individual teeth, as required; determining which teeth are terminal; placing abutments; monitoring the patient’s care annually for oral health management; cleaning existing dentition or implants; providing overall care.

• Denturist’s role: Fabricating the prostheses; performing prosthetic maintenance; communicating with patients.

• Periodontist: Cleaning implants, preventative maintenance.

• Lab Technician: Ceramics, additional technical support.

Of course, there is room for potential ‘crossover’ or overlap between these defined roles, and all members of the team have important contributions to make to ongoing care and maintenance. Oral surgeons, dentists, periodontists, and denturists must all watch for evidence of changes in the oral cavity that might signal cause for concern.

ABOUT THE ALL-ON-4 DENTAL IMPLANT SOLUTION The All-on-4 dental implant solution is a proven, predictable procedure with a strong, well-documented history of successful patient outcomes. It allows denturists and dental professionals the opportunity to create a permanent set of teeth with a non-removable implant-supported retained bridge in order to help preserve the jawbone and prevent further deterioration of the facial structure associated with missing teeth and their root systems. In most cases, the procedure reduces or eliminates health issues brought about by failing and/or missing teeth.

Full-arch fixed implant bridges dramatically simplify treatment for patients suffering from tooth loss, periodontal disease, and/or jawbone atrophy. In isolation or in concert with each other, these issues often produce poor oral and overall health outcomes over time, including debilitating mental health and quality of life consequences.

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Unlike conventional implant therapies, which typically require repeated visits across multiple office locations, protracted healing periods, and invasive surgical procedures like bone grafting and sinus augmentation, the All-on-4 dental implant solution permits brandnew, high-quality replacement teeth in as little as one day, using as few as four dental implants. From a patient’s perspective, this means immediate results and significantly reduced healing time. Moreover, many patients and clinicians prefer the All-on-4 dental implant solution to conventional implant methods as it delivers permanent, long-term results while reducing or eliminating bone resorption (bone atrophy). The aesthetic results are routinely excellent.

is committed to treating them as our patient for the long-term.

If we provide all necessary information honestly upfront without trying to ‘sell’ them, but rather explain the relevant advantages and disadvantages, it leaves little room for interpretation and excuses.

PATIENT CASE STUDIES In my practice, I have experienced success using the team approach with a number of different treatments. Here are four common patient examples: 1. The Edentulous Patient 2. The Terminal Dentition Patient 3. The Ailing and Failing Dentition Patient 4. The Terminal Cosmetic-Driven Patient The Edentulous Patient Here is an example of an edentulous patient. This patient committed to new complete dentures as their treatment modality. Each year, the patient visits the clinic for an annual examination and cleaning of their denture. We also advise the patient to see their dentist annually for an oral health screening. The patient is also made aware of any warranties associated with their dentures and the estimated longevity of the prostheses. It is important the patient knows that our practice

Before and After: Upper and Lower Milled Digital Dentures with Monolithic IVOTION 14

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The Team Approach to FULL -ARCH REHABILITATION

The Terminal Dentition Patient Patients that enter our clinic (or are referred by their dentist) with terminal dentition are often the most vulnerable and anxious about treatment. They often have a limited understanding about dentures and don’t know what to expect. We typically begin conversations with the patient, trying to understand their fears while explaining the treatment. We don’t try to ‘sugar coat.’ Instead, we deliver a realistic perspective on ‘short-term pain for long-term gain.’ We communicate with the patient’s dentist and the oral surgeon coordinating the denture to be inserted on the day of the surgery. We often discuss details such as bone reduction, opening the patient’s vertical dimension, and anything else that may be of concern with the goal to reduce the number of variables and surprises. We emphasize the importance of interim transitional prosthesis for the patient.

Communicating as a team enables us to plan with the end result in mind.

Terminal Dentition Prior to Treatment

A second example: When assessing patients in need of additional stability, we often propose an overdenture with two Locators. This is a popular treatment modality for patients who are faced with anatomical limitations, are unwilling or unable to endure an invasive surgery, decline bone grafting procedures, or have financial limitations. Here is where the team approach and commitment are key. Collectively, as a first step, we invest significant time in planning. As a denturist, I focus on the prosthetic, as outlined above. At our clinic, we fabricate high-quality interim immediate provisional dentures, then evaluate for the patient’s final definitive denture. This ultimately produces the best possible outcomes for soft tissues and the patient’s ability to function. It also vastly reduces prosthetic fractures and failures.

Upper and Lower Immediate Transitional Digital Denture

Upper Immediate Digital Denture and Lower Implant Overdenture

Abutments Placed by Dentist

Before and After

Locators Placed by Oral Surgeon

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Patient’s Smile Restoration

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The Ailing and Failing Dentition Patient Patients often come to our clinic in pain due to years of failing dentition, taking a toll on the individual's oral, physical, and mental health. This patient was faced with multiple personal traumas combined with a fear of dentistry. She was considering leaving the country for cut-price denture work when she came to our clinic.

Listening to her story, we helped navigate her treatment. The first step was convincing her to see a dentist to diagnose and treat her pain.

In this case, the dentist extracted her remaining teeth, and a new immediate digital denture was inserted.

The Terminal Cosmetic Driven Patient The patient was referred to our clinic by a local dentist who entrusted our team with restoring her smile and, indirectly, her self-confidence. Her concerns and goals were cosmetically driven, but the dentist confirmed the longevity of the patient’s existing dentition was compromised. Collaboratively, our team, including her dentist and an oral surgeon, performed formal consultations, including x-rays, CBCT, and assessments. With the end result in mind, the team planned to discuss all the possible complications. Her treatment included two temporary phases to evaluate and manage soft tissue changes and the final zirconia prosthesis. This treatment involved many x-rays performed by the dentist and oral surgeon monitoring the implants at each stage, as well as evaluating the soft tissue and the final insertion of the definitive zirconia restoration. In this case, the goal was a complete arch rehabilitation producing optimal patient satisfaction and aesthetic with long-term results. Coordinating photos continued on page 17.

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Patient’s Smile Restoration

Step-by-Step Rehabilitation: Upper and Lower All-on-6 with Full Contour Zirconia Implant Bridges

Panorex of Implant Placement

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Phase I Immediate Conversion Prosthesis

CBCT Digital Treatment Planning (DTX Studio)

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Panorex of Final Full Contour Zirconia Restoration

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The Team Approach to FULL -ARCH REHABILITATION

Phase II Milled PMMA Interim Prosthesis; Correcting and Finalizing Aesthetics, Phonetics, Soft Tissue & Function (3-6 months)

Final Definitive Restoration Fabricated with Full Contour Zirconia; Monolithic ZirCAD Prime Collaboration with Quantum Dental Technologies

A second example: A patient of ours who, at 91 years of age, requested “straight, white teeth!”

A dentist referred this patient to both us and an oral surgeon with the expectation we would work collaboratively. We offered all options to her;

the patient did not want anything removable and wanted quick results.

Her health and age were major concerns, but she was ultimately very healthy and committed to a fixed hybrid acrylic prosthesis with a titanium bar (Montreal bar). Here are some images of the treatment process.

Upper and Lower All-on-4 with Montreal Bar

Existing Situation

Panorex of Existing Situation

Panorex of Implants

Montreal Bar & Final Bar Panorex Prosthetic Inserted

Prosthetic

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The Case for COLLABORATION

“Collaboration has no hierarchy.

The sun collaborates with soil to bring flowers on the earth.”

– Amit Ray, the contemporary Indian author, scientist, and spiritualist CONCLUSION The end result with every patient is a life-changing transformation.

We’ve all heard the eyes are the window to the soul. We can admit this truism while still maintaining the smile is our best indication of a person’s self-confidence. Naturally, a smile is an external, public-facing indicator of a person’s happiness; in a very real sense, one’s oral situation affects how they, as a whole person, are perceived by friends, family members, and strangers alike. But just as – if not more – importantly, the health and quality of our smiles affect how we perceive ourselves. Here, as a result of our collaborative, team-based approach, in each case, the patient has left the clinic with an enduring perception of having received truly specialized treatment. When trust is earned, a patient understands that a complete team will provide them with long-term care. As a professional team that has invested time and labour in their specific case, the implications for post-treatment satisfaction are profound.

Eric D. Kukucka is president and owner of The Denture Center, a network of clinics currently comprising three facilities in Southwestern Ontario. Eric is simultaneously a prominent sales strategist and advocate for marketing best practices, as well as a skillful oral health professional dedicated to creating high-quality digital removable, fixed, and fixed-detachable implant prosthetic restorations.

In addition to his clinical practice, Eric regularly contributes to collaborative research projects and product development and testing initiatives at a global level. Most significantly, he is recognized as an important consultant and key opinion leader by Ivoclar Vivadent, 3Shape, and Nobel Biocare, all of which are top-ofmind multinational companies in the global dental materials manufacturing, implant, and imaging software industries. Collaborating with Ivoclar Vivadent in 2014, Eric became the first denturist in North America to beta test digital dentures, a major growth area in the denturism field. Eric lectures extensively in North America and internationally on digital denture technology. He has given 60 keynote presentations over the past five years, including at the International Dental Show in Cologne, Germany.

Eric is positioned to work with world-renowned dental products in a clinical environment, forming the connective tissue between research/development and the clinical and commercial aspects of denturism. Always endeavouring to knowledge-share and build meaningful relationships within the dental community, Eric has authored over 30 published articles and delivered dozens of podium lectures on behalf of Ivoclar, 3Shape, and Biocare, in five countries and two languages. Eric graduated from George Brown College in 2010, where he was named valedictorian of the Centre for Health Sciences.

Eager to share his knowledge with like-minded professionals, in the fall of 2020, Eric launched a series of comprehensive educational webinars. Eric is currently sharing his knowledge, skills, and understanding of digital denture workflows through interactive online educational programs on https://learn.thedenturecenter.ca. He received local recognition for his efforts experimenting with 3D printing of PPE during the COVID-19 crisis.

He currently resides in Windsor, Ontario.

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This Buyers’ Guide consists of two sections: a categorical listing of products and services, including a list of companies that provide them, and an alphabetical listing of all the companies appearing in the Guide.

This alphabetical listing includes the company’s name, contact information, and website.

CATEGORICAL LISTING EQUIPMENT

CLEANERS, AIR, AIR/WATER, STEAM, ULTRASONIC Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

3D PRINTERS Emerald Dental Works Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. AIR ABRASION UNITS Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada AIR PURIFIERS Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ARTICULATORS AND ACCESSORIES Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada AUTOCLAVES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BURNERS, ELECTRIC AND GAS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BURNOUT TRAYS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

CURING UNITS, LIGHT, WATER PRESSURE AND HEAT, VACUUM BEGO Canada Inc. Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DENTAL MILLING MACHINES Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DENTURES, ACRYLIC PROCESSORS, FLASKS, INJECTION MOLDING, PRESSES Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

GAUGES AND CALIPERS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada HANDPIECES, ELETRIC, BELT, AIR-DRIVEN, MICROMOTORS BEGO Canada Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada INVESTING UNITS AND ACCESSORIES BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada KNIVES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada LAMPS AND LIGHTING Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

DUST COLLECTORS AND CABINETS Emerald Dental Works Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

MAGNIFYING EQUIPMENT Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ELECTROFORMING AND ELECTROPLATING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

MILLING MACHINES AND INSTRUMENTS Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

CALIPERS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

FACEBOWS Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

MIXERS, VACUUM AND INVESTING Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

CASTING, MACHINES AND ACCESSORIES BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

FURNACES, BURNOUT, PORCELAIN, PRESSABLE, VACUUM BEGO Canada Inc. Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

PALETTES, PORCELAIN DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

CAD/CAM Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

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COMPUTER, HARDWARE, SOFTWARE Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

FURNITURE BEGO Canada Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

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PIN SETTING SYSTEMS AND ACCESSORIES Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PLASTER, BINS, NIPPERS, TRAPS, SPATULAS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada POLISHERS AND GRINDERS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada POSTS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PRESSURE POTS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PUMPS, VACUUM Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SAFETY EQUIPMENT Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

STUDY MODELS Emerald Dental Works Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SUCTION DRAWERS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada TORCHES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada TRIMMERS, MODEL AND ACCESSORIES Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada VIBRATORS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada WATER BATHS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada WAXING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

MATERIALS

SANDBLASTERS AND ACCESSORIES DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ACRYLICS DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

SAWS AND ACCESSORIES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ADHESIVES, BONDING AGENTS, CEMENTS Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

SHADE GUIDES DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SOLDERING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SPLASH HOODS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ALGINATES Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ALLOYS, CERAMIC, CROWN & BRIDGE, IMPLANT, DENTURE, TITANIUM Abutment Direct BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada CASTING, FLUX, SOLDER BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

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CEMENTATION Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada CERAMICS Abutment Direct DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada COMPOSITE RESINS Emerald Dental Works VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DENTURE CARE Renfert USA Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DENTURES, FULL AND PARTIAL BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DUPLICATING MATERIALS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ETCHING, GELS AND LIQUIDS BEGO Canada Inc. Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada IMPLANTS, ATTACHMENTS AND SYSTEMS Abutment Direct BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada IMPRESSION MATERIAL DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada INVESTING, CROWN & BRIDGE, HIGH AND LOW HEAT BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

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2022 BUYERS’ GUIDE MODELLING LIQUID BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada MOUTHGUARD MATERIAL DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada NIGHT GUARD AND SPLINT MATERIALS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada OPAQUERS, ACRYLIC, PORCELAIN, SPRAY OPAQUERS Abutment Direct DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ORTHODONTIC, MATERIALS AND ACCESSORIES DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada POLISHING COMPOUNDS AND PASTES Abutment Direct BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PORCELAIN SYSTEMS AND KITS DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SEALERS AND SEPARATORS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SOLDERING MATERIALS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada TEMPORARY MATERIALS, CROWN AND BRIDGE Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada 22

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VACUUM FORMING MATERIALS Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada WAX BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ZIRCONIA Abutment Direct DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

SUPPLIES ABRASIVE, DISCS, SLEEVES, CAPS, POINTS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ARTICULATING, FILM, PASTE, PAPER, LIQUIDS BEGO Canada Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BLASTING COMPOUND BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BOIL-OUT SOLVENT Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BRUSHES, CERAMIC Abutment Direct DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada BURS AND ACCESSORIES Abutment Direct BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

CASTING RINGS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada CLOTHING Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DEBUBBLIZERS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DIAMONDS, DISCS AND WHEELS Abutment Direct BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada DOWEL PINS AND ACCESSORIES Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada EPOXY, DIE BEGO Canada Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada EYEWEAR, PROTECTIVE Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada FELTS, POLISHING BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada FIRING PEGS AND TRAYS DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. VITA North America Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada FOIL DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada FORMERS, MODEL BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

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GLASS BEADS BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Ivoclar Vivadent Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada GYPSUM, DIE BEGO Canada Inc. Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada INFECTION CONTROL Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada LUBRICANT, MODEL AND DIE DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada MIXING BOWLS DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada MODEL, HARDENER, GLOSS, SPACERS, GLAZE DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada MODELS AND MOLDS, ANATOMICAL, EDUCATIONAL Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

MOLDS FOR WAX PATTERNS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

SILICONE SPRAY DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

OCCLUSAL INDICATORS AND SPACERS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

SOAPS, HAND Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ORTHODONTIC SUPPLIERS DENTAURUM Canada Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PATTERNS, WAX, BAR, PLASTIC, CLASP BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PLASTER BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada PRESCRIPTION FORMS Unique Dental Supply Inc. PUMICE BEGO Canada Inc. Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SHIPPING CONTAINERS AND SUPPLIES Unique Dental Supply Inc.

SOLVENTS, ACRYLIC, METAL, CERAMIC Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada SPRUCES, PLASTIC DENTAURUM Canada Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada STONE, MODEL BEGO Canada Inc. Emerald Dental Works Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada STRIPPING AGENT Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada ULTRASONIC SOLUTIONS Renfert USA Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada WIRE BEGO Canada Inc. DENTAURUM Canada Unique Dental Supply Inc. Zahn Canada, A Division of Henry Schein Canada

ALPHABETICAL LISTING ABUTMENT DIRECT 855-604-0465 info@abutmentdirect.com www.abutmentdirect.com

EMERALD DENTAL WORKS 888-251-7171 sales@emeralddental.com www.emeralddental.com

UNIQUE DENTAL SUPPLY INC. 905-532-0554 orders@udscanada.com www.udscanada.com

BEGO CANADA INC. 800-463-2680 info@begocanada.com www.begocanada.com

IVOCLAR VIVADENT INC. 800-263-8182 www.ivoclarvivadent.com

VITA NORTH AMERICA 800-263-4778 info@vitanorthamerica.com www.vitanorthamerica.com

DENTAURUM CANADA INC. 800-363-9973 info@dentaurum.ca www.dentaurum.com

RENFERT USA 800-336-7422 sales@renfertusa.com www.renfert.com

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British Columbia Career Opportunities Dental Technician Assistant Vancouver Protec Dental Laboratories in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a full-time, dynamic individual to join our Denture Team as a Dental Technician Assistant. Skilled in all aspects of the manufacturing process of complete and partial dentures. Assist with quality control, consult with dentists on treatment planning, and troubleshoot more complex cases. Adhere to all safety requirements and procedures and communicate any safety issues.

Demonstrate working knowledge of the Internet, Gmail, and the ability to learn lab production software. Effective communication skills and the ability to read/write/speak English. Please email your resume to jobs@protecdental.com for more information.

CAD/CAM Manager North Vancouver Anvarda Dental Services is looking for an advanced 3Shape designer with experience in complex case planning and excellent problem-solving skills. RDT is a definite asset.

The position could quickly become managerial for the right applicant. Salary dependant on skill set, but they are quite motivated to retain the right person. They are a rapidly growing 12-person lab with a heavy focus on technology. Please send resume and, if possible, portfolio to anvardalab@gmail.com.

Ceramist Technician Surrey Dentcraft Dental Laboratory is looking to hire a full-time ceramist to join their team of professionals in a very fast pace lab in Surrey, BC.

Must be able to work independently or with minimal supervision in an efficient manner.

Experience in shade taking and matching required. Job does lead to a supervisory position in the future. They do offer excellent wages, and health benefits are offered after a three-month probationary period. Please email resume and cover letter to ddloffice786@gmail.com or office_manager@dentcraftlab.ca.

Dental Technician – Stain and Glaze North Vancouver Anvarda Dental Services is looking for a finisher in zirconia, e.max, and pfm. Position could depend on the applicant and what skills and experience they bring. They are an upbeat, tech-focused dental lab. Full benefits included, salary depends on experience.

To apply for this job, please send resume in confidence to anvardalab@gmail.com.

Dental Technician/Assistant Coquitlam Tricity Orthodontic Lab is looking for a dental technician/assistant. Needs to be teamworkoriented and energetic. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Training is available for the right candidate. They are offering a competitive wage. This is a full-time position.

Working hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. To apply for this job, please send resume to tricityortholab@gmail.com.

Dental Technician/Assistant Victoria Turner Dental Lab is seeking a full-time dental technician/assistant for the following departments to join their expanding team: denture, crown and bridge, ortho, and partial denture framework. Strong experience and knowledge are required in all aspects of dental laboratory work. Must be willing to learn new techniques and work with minimum supervision. Excellent written and

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oral communication skills are essential for communication with co-workers and clients in a professional setting. Licensure or registration with BC College of Dental Technicians is required. The hours of work for this position are Monday-Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break for a total of 40 hours per week. Extended health and dental benefits are available after a three-month probationary period. Wages are negotiable, dependent on skills and experience.

To apply for this job, please send resume in confidence to doug@turnerdentallab.com.

Model Room Technician Assistant Surrey Dentcraft Dental Laboratory is hiring a full-time or part-time wet-lab/model room assistant. Minimum six months experience in making models necessary for this position.

They pay very competitive wages and benefits after a three-month probationary period. To apply, please send resume to office_manager@dentcraftlab.ca.

Model Technician Vancouver 3D Dental Laboratory is looking for a fulltime or part-time model technician to work in their model room. To apply, please send resume to 3ddentallab@gmail.com.

Model Technician Vancouver Kinetic Dental Laboratory is looking for a full-time/part-time model technician to work in their model room. Candidate should be team-oriented and energetic. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Training is available for the right candidate. They offer a safe, clean working environment and a familyfriendly atmosphere with competitive salaries and benefits. To apply for this position, please send resume to kineticlaboratory@gmail.com.

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CLASSIFIEDS Orthodontic Technician Surrey Orthotec Dental Laboratory is seeking a full-time ortho dental technician to work in their busy dental lab. Candidate should have experience in all aspects of orthodontic appliances and lab procedures. Examples of appliances would include but are not limited to: retainers, twin blocks, fixes expanders, LLHA, Essixes. They offer a competitive salary, a safe working environment, and a friendly and supportive atmosphere. To apply for this job, please send resume in confidence to orthotecdentallab@hotmail.com.

Registered Dental Technician Nanaimo Robertshaw Dental Lab is seeking a fulltime RDT to join our team of professionals.

Successful applicant must be able to competently complete work on time in an efficient manner with little supervision. They offer competitive wages and a safe work environment. Please send your resume to accounting@robertshawdental.com.

Sales/ Marketing Representative Maple Ridge Petra Dental Laboratory is seeking a dynamic sales and marketing representative to help promote its dental lab products and services.

Candidate would be responsible to market their lab products using various online platforms and in-person to dental clinics throughout the Metro Vancouver region.

Wages on commission for first three months, after to be set up on salary and commission.

To apply for this job or for more information, please contact Salah at 778-882-8091 or email petralab1@hotmail.com.

For Sale Crown and Bridge Lab for Sale Vancouver A medium-size, profitable crown and bridge lab for sale in the greater Vancouver area.

Gross one million. Serious inquiries only, please. For more information, please email mein74570@gmail.com.

Dental Lab for Lease Surrey Currently operating dental lab in the Guildford area will be available for lease on November 1, 2021. The total office space is 800 square feet on the second floor of building, which has five separate rooms

with two separate entrances. One private parking stall with many free parking spots for customers. To view, or for more info, call 778-513-5913 or email success716@gmail.com.

Ortho Dental Lab Equipment/Supplies Closed down ortho dental lab equipment, supplies, materials, and software available immediately for sale. All equipment is new and only used for a month. Purchase all to start your own Invisalign business or purchase items separately. Shining 3D scanner (DS-Mix), Ministar S Scan, Renfert vacuum mixer twister, Renfert diamond trimmer MT3, NSK handpiece (Volvre i7), Red Wing lathe with quick chuck 26A, 4L multi-function ultrasonic cleaners, WHIPMIX round mini vibrator.

For more information, please call 778-513-5913 or email arttechaligners@gmail.com.

Ontario Career Opportunities Dental Technician Ottawa Full-time, permanent, unique opportunity for a dental technician to join a modern denture-focused dental laboratory in Ottawa, ON. Join our friendly and growing team servicing denture and dental clinics in Ottawa! Requirements include attention to detail, punctuality, and willingness to learn; experience in denture fabrication preferred but also willing to train the right candidate; experience with set-up, processing, and finishing partial and complete dentures; experience with implant-related dentures or willingness to learn (an asset); willing to learn printing and milling of dentures and crowns; CAD experience is an asset. Team player works well independently and with others and in a fast-paced environment. Must have an eye for aesthetics and detail when fabricating prosthetics. Salary is $25-$40 per hour. Please submit your resume to dentureclinicottawa@hotmail.com.

Denture Lab Technician Belleville Vout’s Denture Centre is seeking an experienced lab technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive dental laboratory experience crafting dentures, work at their in-house laboratory fabricating dentures alongside their denturists and other lab technicians, and work in conjunction with their

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administrative team. This position requires knowledge in all aspects of denture construction, including fabricating bite blocks and custom trays, pouring models, completing wax set-ups, articulating models, completing denture repairs and tooth additions, denture cleaning and polishing, reline, trimming and polishing/ finishing skills. Part to full-time hours: 20-38 hours per week (to be negotiated).

Salary: $22-35 per hour (commensurate with experience). For more information, please call 613-966-7363 or email liz@voutsdenturecentre.com.

Denture Technician Bobcaygeon Progressive and fully digital denture clinic is seeking an experienced denture technician to join our team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate needs to have the following skills: • Experience in denture repairs and relines • Good knowledge of occlusion and function • Be technologically savvy • Be motivated and inspired to learn the latest advancements in CAD/CAM • Be able to pour and trim models • Be able to process partial dentures using Ivobase Injection System • Must be able to work with minimal supervision • Complete work in a timely manner without sacrificing quality • Be a team player Please email your resume to office@caygeondentureclinic.ca.

Denture Technician Toronto We are looking for an experienced denture technician, good pay provided. Please call 416-636-6100 or email mpechkov@gmail.com for more information.

Experienced Dental Ceramist Technician Mississauga Busy, full-service dental laboratory is looking for a full-time, experienced ceramist to join our porcelain department. Minimum five years’ experience in all areas of ceramics.

CAD/CAM designing for single tooth to full mouth reconstruction for veneers, crown and bridge, and implants. Experience is an asset. Annual salary is based on skills and experience – from $55,000 per year. For more information, please call 905-823-3238 or email butterflydental.ca@gmail.com.

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CLASSIFIEDS Orthodontic Supervisor Ajax Well-established growing dental laboratory in Pickering, ON, looking for an experienced individual to lead our orthodontic department.

Ideal candidate will have skills in wire work, acrylic, fixed and removable appliances.

Ability to communicate with doctors. RDT is an asset but not required. This position would be perfect for someone wanting to grow and expand their career. Bonus system paid monthly to reward departmental growth. Laboratory is both digital and analog workflow. Base salary to be established based on experience and qualifications plus bonus. For more information, please email billvanevans@gmail.com.

Registered Dental Technician (RDT) Hamilton MicroDental Laboratories is hiring a part-time Registered Dental Technician (RDT) to provide temporary services at our dental laboratory in Hamilton, ON.

Follow in-process laboratory quality assurance standards. Verify outgoing cases for quality and accuracy. Operate and maintain a variety of dental laboratory tools and equipment such as trimmers, lathes, saw articulators, various handpieces, cleaning devices, and porcelain oven. Other duties as assigned or as otherwise required. Registered Dental Technician Certification required. High level of attention to detail with exceptional quality standards.

Knowledge of dental lab products, materials, terminology, and techniques. Please email hr@moderndentalusa.com to find out more and apply.

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Dental Lab and Building for Sale Toronto Are you thinking of setting up or expanding?

A well-equipped dental lab, plus building in Toronto, ON, is for sale. Option items are also for sale. Please contact 416-244-4261 for more information.

Garage Sale Vaughan Some dental equipment for sale – Kavo handpieces, Kavo suction units, stainless steel steamer, new vacuum pump, etc. Some equipment needs a little fixing. 3Shape scanner needs fixing as well. Please contact me at 647-404-0866.

Lab Space Available for Rent Mississauga Lab space is available for rent in Mississauga.

Ideal space for a lab technician. Please call for further information, 647-388-8797.

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ADVERTISER PRODUCT & SERVICE CENTRE Dental Technology Today would not be possible without the advertising support of these companies and organizations. Please think of them when you require a product or service. We have tried to make it easier for you to contact these suppliers by including their telephone numbers and websites. You can also go the electronic version at www.adto.ca or www.dentaltechniciansofbc.com and access direct links to any of these companies.

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Abutment Direct Inc.

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855-604-0465

www.abutmentdirect.com

Aurident, Inc.

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800-422-7373

www.aurident.com

Bego Canada

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418-683-6567

www.begocanada.com

Central Dental Ltd.

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416-694-1118

www.centraldentalltd.com

DENTAURUM Canada Inc.

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800-363-9973

www.dentaurum.com

Emerald Dental Works

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888-251-7171

www.emeralddental.com

Henry Schein Canada, Inc.

2

800-496-9500

www.zahncanada.ca

Ivoclar Vivadent, Inc.

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800-263-8182

www.ivoclarvivadent.com

Roland DGA

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800-542-2307

www.rolanddga.com

Unique Dental Supply

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888-532-0554

www.udscanada.com

VITA North America

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800-263-4778

www.vitanorthamerica.com

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COVID-19: Infection Control through Digital Scanning in the Dental Laboratory

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High-Precision Milling of Hard Metals from Solid Blanks with Zirkonzahn’s M1, M2, and M2 Dual Wet Heavy Metal Milling Units 2020 Panthera Master Cup – Second Place Case by Jeffrey Luk, RDT

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Ioulianos Moustakis – Winner of the 2020 Panthera Master Cup

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ADTO Tribute to Andrew Achmann, Richard King, and Frank Rilett

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