 delivers a complete picture and in-depth coverage of the innovations transforming the US dental lab industry and the technologies and materials making a difference in lab workflows, clinical capabilities, and patient outcomes. 

 helps dental laboratory technicians, managers, and owners understand the available products and services and how to select the best options for their businesses and the practices they work with.

Kristen Mott is the associate editor for Dental Products Report and Digital Esthetics.

Articles

iTero Element 5D is the first intraoral scanner with near-infrared imaging technology to aid in the detection and monitoring of interproximal caries.

Closer Look: iTero Element 5D Scanners Provide More Than Just 3D Digital Impressions

The latest version of this furnace aims to provide accurate sintering cycles in a compact, easy-to-use system.

Ivoclar Vivadent Launches Updated Programat S2 Sintering Furnace

How adding a Formlabs 3D printer is helping one dental practice increase treatment efficiency while reducing costs.

Closer Look: The Benefits of Printing at the Practice

This partnership will allow clinicians to supplement their CAD/CAM and digital imaging education with non-intimidating, user-friendly courses. 

Planmeca USA Teams Up with The MOD Institute to Offer Education

Ivoclar Vivadent’s popular IPS e.max® ZirCAD® LT discs are now available in an extended portfolio; the high-strength zirconium oxide material is suitable for single-tooth restorations and long-span bridges. 

IPS e.max ZirCAD LT Now Available in 9 New Shades 

Stan Goff is a Managing Editor with MJH Life Sciences, which includes Dental Products Report, Dental Practice Management, Dental Lab Products, Modern Hygienist, and Dentist's Money Digest. He has covered the dental industry since 1999 and can be reached at sgoff@mjhlifesciences.com.  

This product roundup features 6 of the top chairside dentistry systems available today.

Today’s Milling Machines Open Up In-Office Possibilities

is a recent graduate of Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona. She received Dean’s Clinician/Researcher Award for her contributions to research at Midwestern. Dr Kerr is now in private practice and remains passionate about dental research.

, is an assistant professor at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona. She mentors students in the Simulation Clinic and works with preclinical and clinical students on dental research projects.

 professor and associate dean for dental research at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, earned his PhD from The Ohio State University in 1999 in the dual fields of tissue engineering and implant biomaterials science. He was a faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University from 2001 to 2013, before joining Midwestern University as the director of biomaterials research and associate dean for research. He has been the advisor and mentor for over 250 student and resident investigators.

completed her doctoral degree in statistical science at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. She is the consulting biostatistician in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at Midwestern University and serves as an assistant professor teaching biostatistics for the master of public health program. She specializes in statistical analysis of research data and regularly collaborates with clinicians and scientists.

Research indicates that composites with higher water sorption will have increased staining over time. 

Staining Profiles: Comparing CAD/CAM Blocks and Direct Composite Resin

Robert Elsenpeter is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Dental Products Report and Dental Lab Products. He is also the author of 18 technology books, including the award-winning Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line. As such, he’s particularly interested in the technological side of dentistry.

CAD/CAM, 3D printing, and other technologies can boost efficiency and profits for your clients—and you.

Convincing Your Clients to Embrace the Digital Dentistry Workflow

Release provides new design possibilities for high-quality removable partial denture frameworks.

exocad’s New Module PartialCAD 3.0 Galway Includes Advanced Design Features

Kristin Hohman has served as Associate Editor of Dental Products report since 2019. She has a background in journalism and digital content. Kristin can be reached at khohman@mjhlifesciences.com.