Welcome to DDS Lab's blog, where we aim to provide valuable information and insights about dental restorations, dental care, and related topics. Our blog is designed to be a reliable source of information for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date with the latest dental trends and technologies.
We understand that dentistry is a vital aspect of overall health and wellness, and that's why we're passionate about sharing our knowledge and expertise with our readers.
The dental profession is undergoing a significant transformation. More than ever, dentists are affiliating with Dental Support Organizations (DSOs)...
Intraoral scanning can be a difficult process for some patients. Here, we offer useful strategies to help anxious patients through this procedure.
Valplast® partials are a comfortable and durable alternative to acrylic or metal partials. Read what makes Valplast® partials so beneficial in our...
While digital dentistry is effective, it's not infallible. Here, we break down common digital dentistry mistakes dental professionals should be aware...
Intraoral scanning is a common technique for restorations, but why is it more popular for crowns and bridges than removables? Find out in our guide...
It's been one year since the debut of our Costa Rica facility. Explore everything our new facility has accomplished since opening and what the future...
The My DDS Lab Portal makes it simple for dental practices to submit lab orders, track order progress, and more. Learn how it can make your life...
A key aspect of a Dental Support Organization’s (DSOs) success is its dental lab partnership. Here, we explain a preferred dental lab partner's role...
Full arch or full mouth implant restorations are a game-changer for edentulous and soon-to-be-edentulous patients. These cases deliver function,...
Patients often have many questions when they get new removable dentures. We break down the most common questions and how to best educate patients...
DDS Lab ensures stability by investing in global operations to counteract disruptions. Our strategic approach and open communication keep us ahead in...
Overdentures are growing in popularity among denture users, but why? We take a closer look at overdentures as an alternative to standard dentures...
The dental crown and bridge fabrication process requires exceptional detail and skill. Here, we explain how dental labs create these dental...
Dental lab certifications are integral to reliability and success, but what do they mean? We take a look at ISO 13485 and MDSAP certification here.
There are many factors when deciding on the best dental crown. Here, we explain the importance of dental implant location and other factors in crown...
Relining with 3D printed digital dentures offers many advantages to dentists and patients. Here, we explain what to know about the process and its...
A well-executed full mouth reconstruction can improve a patient's quality of life by restoring the health, function, and appearance of their mouth.
Get the best results from crown and bridge procedures with this ultimate guide for dentists. Learn all you need to know to provide top-quality care.
To get your patients to commit to having their dental implant restored, you need to explain what makes them the best option. Use our tips to educate...
An NTI® device or night guard can provide relief and protection for patients with jaw pain or bruxism. But how do you pick one for their treatment...
Do you have patients that clench and grind their teeth? Discover the benefits of recommending a night guard to protect their dental work and oral...
Don't let your dental practice get stuck in the past. Go digital! Digital technology helps improve efficiency, attract patients, and enhance patient...
Caring for a 3D Printed Digital Denture is not like caring for acrylic dentures. Help patients care for their dentures with these tips on cleaning...
Intraoral scanners can help dentists create precise and comfortable digital dentures, but some perform better than others. Learn about popular...
3D Printed Digital Dentures can help your practice by increasing efficiency, improving patient outcomes, and reducing chair time. Here's how to craft...
The bonding material you use for dental crowns can impact their longevity and success. Here's what you need to know about selecting the right...
If you have the goal of increasing treatment plan conversions for dental implants, use this approach to streamline the process and improve patient...
After receiving a crown, bridge, or implant, a patient will progress through several healing stages. It's a dentist's duty to support them through...
Dental practices should take care when selecting a dental lab partner. Here are factors to consider as you search for the best fit for you and your...
There are many benefits of working with a full-service dental lab. Learn the key advantages today so you can find a lab worth working with...
Dentistry has come a long way since its primitive origins. Modern digital technology is making tasks like impression-taking faster and more accurate.
Before you send off cases for crown and bridge fabrication, you need to follow these specific steps to prepare for optimal fit and function.
Intraoral scanning of an edentulous patient can be challenging, but our expert tips can help you overcome the learning curve and achieve accurate...
Take full advantage of the best tips and tricks for making partial dentures fit your patients to help them enjoy a comfortable, satisfying experience.
Find out how to identify the applications of thermoplastic materials in dentistry and use this reliable material to create great products for...
Examine the key details that will help you choose the right treatment between a tooth crown and extraction, ensuring you can provide the best care...
Recognize how digital dental impressions can transform your practice if you’re ready to run a more efficient, innovative business right now.
Check our comprehensive guide to learn and adapt to the key trends shaping the dental laboratory industry in 2024, from staff turnover to digital...
Enhance your understanding of the biggest trends in material considerations for permanent crowns to ensure the best experience for patients.
The new 100,000-square-foot laboratory located in Grecia, Costa Rica doubles DDS Lab’s global capacity
There are only minor differences in preparation between the various all-ceramic crown materials. Proper design is critical for ensuring the...
Derek Hayes, DMD with Afinia Dental – Eastgate in Cincinnati, Ohio was identified as the customer who submitted the 1 millionth digital case to the...
Throughout the last fifty years, materials used for dental implants have been extensively researched, and an understanding of how the physical and...
Well-defined margins are essential for achieving well-fitting restorations. It is crucial to ensure that the margins are designed and prepared...
DDS Lab announced the company reached the milestone of 1 million digital cases. This important milestone secures DDS Lab’s leadership role in digital...
Guessing or eyeballing to adjust the crown is time-consuming and does not guarantee an accurate fit. Poorly fitting crowns are unacceptable and...
Justin specializes in fixed, digital, and implant restorations and has a broad knowledge base in all fields, including removable and ortho. The...
Since night guards are normally made from a hard, durable, heat-cured plastic, it is understandable that patients will have questions about the...
Because zirconia crowns are designed to help seal and protect your patient’s teeth from further damage, it is imperative that you know how to...
To maximize the success of seating Zirconia restorations, & minimizing chair time, it is essential to ensure proper preparation guidelines are being...
An excellent quality dental impression is critical, because without it the dental lab cannot fabricate accurate, well-fitting restorations. Ideally,...
Most dental practices are switching from the conventional PFM and all-ceramic crowns and moving towards the use of zirconia for creating fixed dental...
While same-day dental implants may sound ideal, this treatment isn’t without its drawback. But first, let’s look at the advantages.
Emergence profiles should be considered as a whole concept. The portion of the prosthesis allows the implant to turn into a natural-looking tooth. It...
PFM crowns are among the most popular and reliable restorations. The tooth preparation involves several distinct steps. Read more in this article.
Clinicians who wish to provide patients with excellent dental restorations often choose zirconia crowns. Read about the advantages and disadvantages...
Your patients might ask if technology is making dental impressions better or worse. If you are asked, discuss the following points to help put them...
There is a plethora of literature detailing surgical methods and clinical protocols, but not many resources that highlight the necessary tools or...
Implant supported dentures offer different benefits compared to implant retained dentures. The decision as to which treatment is best will be based...
This is one of the most challenging impressions in dentistry. This edition of the DDS Dispatch is intended to provide dentists with practical...
Technological advancements have led to zirconia becoming the most requested material for fixed restorations. This column addresses the bonding of...
Digital dental workflows are growing rapidly. Interviews with prominent restorative dentists suggest that dentists interested in doing more implants...
Wouldn’t it be nice to get helpful tips that make us better at what we do? This is exactly what DDS Dispatch is aiming to do for the laboratory’s...
This CE class will provide an overview of the technology available now and for the future to shape your dental practice and provide the confidence...
Experience this Heartland Dental free continuing education course using proven data with industry partners showing the effectiveness and return of...
Knowing how to properly cement and bond zirconia is one of the key factors to placing successful zirconia restorations.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the patients’ willingness to pay (WTP) values and preference for the treatment of a tooth with very poor...
In the study reviewed below, researchers discussed and analyzed the effectiveness of orthodontic miniscrew implants in anchorage reinforcement during...
Throughout the history of civilization, people have tried to replace teeth for functional and aesthetic reasons. For a historical look at the...
A thematic analysis was conducted using a framework-based approach to explore how accredited oral implantologists work with bruxism cases within...
Based on the findings of a new case study, nerve electrical stimulation has the potential to develop a groundbreaking method to facilitate the...
In the next few decades, with modern technology and advanced clinical procedures, we will see improved diagnostic care, precision in treatment...
Full and partial dentures are still a popular way to restore entirely edentulous patients who do not wish to have dental implants or who are...
Researchers continue to conduct case studies to further innovations in zirconia dental implants. Read more for the latest news regarding zirconia...
Do you find yourself retaking many of your patient’s impressions? Whether you feel rushed to complete deadlines or find yourself needing to brush up...
Digital impressions are currently revolutionizing the way dentists create dental restorations for patients. A digital impression is a virtual scan...
A top-notch implant dental lab puts implant restoration first and seeks out the best instructors whether they are dentists or lab specialists to...
After taking a scan of the mouth, a dentist can immediately send the digital impression to a lab where dentures, crowns, bridges, and other...
3M True Definition Scanners can help your practice reach new levels of patient satisfaction and profitability. Continue reading to learn more about...
To better understand digital dental impressions and how they work, here’s a guide to six resources about “all things” digital impressions.
In today’s technological world, it is important to invest in a Cone Beam CT scanner for your dental practice to give your patients the most accurate...
There are many different digital scanners on the market, but iTero is one of the most respected and versatile brands. This guide outlines the...
Both dental implants and bone augmentation have advanced the dental prosthetic rehabilitation and tooth restoration following oral cancer surgery....
The Sirona CEREC is a popular scanner used by many dentists. Read more for a review of its features.
As technology changes daily, it is important to stay educated on the latest news regarding dental implants. Read this article to learn more about the...
There are many factors to consider before purchasing a digital scanner that will aid in the digital impression process. The 3Shape TRIOS Dental...
This article debunks the myths concerning zirconia to ensure that dentists and technicians understand the differences between the materials available...
Patients can say goodbye to the denture paste, and hello to dental implants. Today, many of your peers make use of implant-supported dentures or...
Your choice of margin preparation depends on the type of crown selected for the patient. The types of margins and when to use them are outlined in...
When dental implants were invented by a Swedish medical researcher in 1952, the procedure was considered a modern-day miracle. Now, seven decades...
The number of Zirconia crowns fabricated annually now exceeds PFM crowns. With this trend likely to continue, it is crucial to know how best to place...
With the growing popularity of dental implants, can you afford to ignore this service and revenue source?
Surgical guides allow doctors to plan an implant virtually and then accurately place an implant in the most safe, predictable, and efficient manner....
All-On-Four is a unique, cost-effective treatment concept that provides the patient with a provisional full-arch prosthesis soon after surgery....
In this course APP-NEA will show you how to stay at the forefront of dental sleep medicine (DSM). APP-NEA is the only company of its kind with...
Through initial appointments, surgical planning, and post-op routines, innovative software is outfitting dental offices with necessities for better...
Some of the benefits of intraoral scanning are obvious, such as speed and accuracy, but there are additional advantages you might not have...
PFMs have been replaced with more clinically and aesthetically acceptable all-ceramic restorations, the most popular of which is zirconia. Read more...
Choosing a suitable dental laboratory is crucial for the success or your dental practice. One vital decision is whether to use a local dental...
The patient has had extensive restorative work done throughout the years. He presented edentulous in numbers 2-5 and 7-9 and implants in numbers 4,...
It isn’t unusual for clinicians to regularly see patients who have clinical failures or complications related to poor occlusion. An essential part of...
Zirconia is renowned for its strength and durability, and the latest generation of zirconia materials provide excellent aesthetics. If your patient...
The emphasis on esthetics in dentistry has been instrumental in the search for a material with enough strength and longevity to replace metal....
Shade matching is subjective and influenced by many different factors. An inaccurate shade is a common cause of remakes, as even the slightest...
For many clinicians, the monthly bill from the dental lab is their second largest expense. Building an excellent working relationship with a dental...
Screw-retained or a cement-retained restorations each have advantages and disadvantages. Your choice of which restoration will best suit the patient...
Poor impressions and incorrect shades are two of the most common failures resulting in remakes and adjustments, and there are many others. Read more...
More durable ceramics over the past few years has greatly increased the clinician’s choice of materials when fabricating an all-ceramic three unit...
DDS Lab uses an impression grading scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being an excellent impression. This straightforward system allows clinicians to...
Using green products can enhance your dental office’s appeal to the more ecologically aware patient. Utilizing newer technologies could save you time...
In the past, tracking the status of a case could take a lot of your valuable time. Now, with our app, you can enter prescriptions online, and all the...
Temporization is a standard procedure used to create provisional restorations that are required in the short or medium-term. Provisional restorations...
Bruxism is not a new condition. Literary references date back centuries. Early treatment focused on the mechanism of bruxism but later treatment...
A bur consists of three parts: the head, the neck, and the shank. The burs used in handpieces are usually fabricated from tungsten carbide, but they...
CBCT scanners are a fantastic tool when utilized correctly. CBCT is highly accurate, providing the clinician with detailed three-dimensional data in...
Experienced clinicians know that advanced planning and precise implant placement is vital. An accurate implant impression is fundamental to giving...
Laser dentistry generates very little or zero heat and is a far gentler form of surgery. When used correctly, dental lasers enable soft tissue to be...
The newest generation of zirconia materials can provide patients with even better treatment outcomes due to increased translucency, better wear...
Cement-retained implant restorations are extremely popular, because they offer a predictable treatment outcome for patients whose teeth are failing...
Clinicians are turning to custom milled abutments. The benefits of customized abutments are recognizable, especially when restoring anterior teeth....
A standard Hawley retainer generally has ball clasps fitted between the first molars and second bicuspids. The clasps and labial bow are seated in...
Conventional dentures still provide a predictable treatment outcome or may be required to help patients transition from dentures to implant-retained...
A zirconia screw-retained bridge is a popular choice for clinicians who wish to provide patients with the most ideal esthetics. In this article we...
The Lucia Jig technique promotes neuromuscular programming and works by separating the posterior teeth so that the pterygoid muscle releases,...
The number of PFM crowns requested by clinicians is lower compared with all-ceramic and zirconia restorations. Some dentists use zirconia or...
Although dental implants can present a long-term solution for tooth loss, it’s possible for complications to arise, sometimes years after the...
One major drawback when fitting a cement-retained restoration is the extrusion of excess cement. This residual cement can be extruded into the...
As life expectancies increase, clinicians are faced with providing reliable solutions for patients who might not want lengthier implant treatments in...
The All-on-Four treatment concept was designed to help edentulous patients and those who are facing complete tooth loss. It is extremely popular, as...
Several types of surgical guides can be used during implant placement. Your selection will depend on your preferred treatment method and implant...
The need for accurate implant placement is well-known, particularly for achieving the correct angulation of implants in preparation for restoration....
Dental technology has evolved to meet the demand for better esthetics and more predictable results. Dentists are now able to utilize the most...
Mini dental implants were introduced in the 1990s. These were approximately 1.8 mm to 2 mm in diameter and were specifically designed to cause...
Although implants are usually a highly successful treatment, a small percentage of dental implants will fail, even when planned and placed correctly....
Originally developed for neurosurgery, computer-guided surgery provides dentists with several advantages, helping them achieve predictable and safe...
For patients with significant bone loss, an overdenture will restore vertical dimensions and may be the most suitable choice.
If your clinic provides dental implant treatments, you already know that patients expect the very best esthetic results. Careful management of these...
Over the past few years, the dental industry has seen huge technological changes. 2018 will be no exception. Trends include the growth of group...
Despite the increasing popularity of cosmetically-pleasing crowns and bridges, there are still occasions when full-cast metal restorations will be a...
Study models provide information about your patient’s teeth and occlusion. They are an essential diagnostic aid when planning cosmetic dentistry,...
A good up-to date practice management software program could help you grow your business, and give you more time to concentrate on offering the best...
If you haven’t already, it is highly likely that you’ll see people receiving oral bisphosphonates. These patients will often require additional care...
Every patient has unique needs and questions concerning their treatment, diagnosis, cost and time. Learn how to address these individual needs in...
Choosing the correct cement for all-ceramic crowns can be tricky because of the wide variety of available materials. Read more in this article.
Titanium and zirconium are the only two elements that do not prevent implants from integrating into the bone. Know which material to use for your...
Join us at this FREE event to learn more about implant products and procedures available to help bring simplicity and reliability to the restorative...
Zirconia implants have been used in Europe for over a decade and can provide excellent biocompatibility. Although not suitable for everyone, zirconia...
The introduction of newer all-ceramic crowns has increased the popularity of restorations. Now they are stronger, more reliable and more...
Zirconia abutments are very versatile, as they can be designed entirely using CAD/CAM technology or by scanning a wax-up before milling the abutment....
The main purpose of any cement is to create a durable bond between the crown and the prep, by filling in the micro-gap between the crown and the...
Clinicians have a wide variety of options when selecting direct and indirect restorative materials. Compare them in this article.
The introduction of high translucent zirconia has overcome difficulties, allowing technicians to create highly aesthetic restorations that meet or...
Join us at this FREE event to learn more about Straumann's IO Scanner powered by Dental Wings and advancements in digital dentistry.
When considering full or partial dentures to replace missing teeth, clinicians must decide which option will be most suitable for their patients....
A wax try-in of the denture teeth is an important step in the fabricating process. This allows the doctor to confirm fit and function and allows the...
Zirconia can be the ideal choice for bridge restorations provided the proper selection and preparation is followed. Read more in this article.
Traditional porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns have been a popular choice for decades. Read about alloys used to fabricate PFMs and potential...
Deciding which treatments will provide the best results for patients isn’t always straightforward, particularly when choosing between crowns and...
Treatment for fixed implant bridges is a multi-step process that requires significant planning and time to complete. Patients who are considering a...
There are advantages and disadvantages to both treatments, and dentists need to consider all the various factors and discuss this with their patients.
The anterior teeth are the ones you see when you smile. People want perfectly-crafted replacements. To be successful, the clinician needs to...
The type of splint used in each varying case will depend on the patient’s clinical needs, the requirements of the clinician, and the desired outcome.
Bionators are functional, removable appliances designed to correct overbites by promoting lower jaw growth. They can also be used to improve teeth...
Bruxism is an oral parafunctional activity that, without the correct treatment, can cause considerable damage to teeth, gums, and jaws.
IPS e.max is a versatile, metal-free, high-strength material. It offers superior aesthetics, providing excellent restorations that help increase...
Fabricating a partial denture that delivers excellent esthetic and functional results takes meticulous planning. Read about the best techniques to...
DDS Lab is offering five scholarships for doctors to attend the Pikos Symposium.
There are many types of space maintainers that may be used, depending on the location of the tooth and the needs of the patient. Read more in our...
This program will discuss the basics of implant treatment planning and how to avoid mistakes in the planning phase.
Zirconia is a durable and aesthetically pleasing material that can be used to provide patients with a well-fitting prosthesis. Outlined is an...
It’s important to have a good understanding of the basic concepts and techniques of dental implantology. With this information, interested patients...
There are many different digital scanners on the market, but iTero is one of the most respected and versatile brands. Here is why...
The paralleling technique is considered to be the best way to take periapical X-rays. Read about preparation and how to reduce risk of errors.
Modern dentistry has changed drastically. Read about the must-have-services for your dental practice.
Choosing the right scanner for your practice can be detrimental in aiding the digital impressions process.
Learn about the steps to correctly use base plate rims to record measurements. Denture occlusal rims do more than just record the patient’s bite....
This online course focuses on impressions and associated materials. It is an excellent refresher for both dentists and dental assistants.
Whether you are newly qualified or have been in practice for many years, you are bound to pick up some valuable tips from this online course.
It is becoming increasingly common to use digital impressions. Eliminating the need for messy impression materials and provide a more comfortable...
There are several criteria to consider when selecting the best type of crown to use with a custom abutment. Clinicians must also consider any need...
Many patients lack sufficient horizontal or vertical bone, but there are various methods that can be used to augment new tissue growth and increase...
While the advantages of dental implants are undeniable, treatment is technique-sensitive, expensive, and often, bone grafting is needed to ensure the...
Most implant dentists are concerned with providing their patients with a long-lasting and reliable restoration. However, the long-term success of a...
There are approximately 35 million edentulous people in the United States. Even though dental implants have been available for decades, many patients...
Implants can be made from titanium or from zirconium. They must demonstrate adequate toughness and strength, and the design of the implant needs to...
This is a question asked frequently by patients who want the best possible dental care but are not always prepared to pay the price.
Today, more dentists are choosing to offer computer guided dental implants, requiring advanced diagnostics to plan and place these implants.
Choosing the correct materials for your patients can be a challenge. Use this post to help you select between full cast crowns and bridges, PFMs, and...
While every dentist wants to ensure their patient receives a high-quality restoration, it is also advisable to make sure each patient’s expectations...
Composite resins have been in use for decades but the material has improved significantly since their initial introduction. Today there are many...
This seminar is given in a multimedia format with a hands-on segment showing drug administration, using real drugs, in real syringes, on simulated...
The introduction of newer materials has helped meet the need for products that are both durable and satisfy the growing public demand for improved...
A good dental lab can help you facilitate the process of shaping provisional implants or placing customized healing abutments by producing soft...
Patients have become more concerned about the presence of metal. This demand has been accommodated with the introduction of ceramics such as zirconia...
We know that patient satisfaction is important to your dental practice and we want to provide the necessary resources your business needs to succeed....
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The phrase - the future of dental restorations - seems to appear with each new system that comes along. In the case of all-ceramic restorations,...
Deciding on a dental laboratory is one of the most important decisions you will make as a dentist. Learn how which dental lab fits your practices...
Dentists often pack a single cord as part of their impression taking technique. However, using a double cord technique can produce better tissue...
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