Voices from The Bench
330 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsA weekly podcast dedicated to the dental laboratory industry. Featuring anyone associated with the profession from all over the world. Host are in their own dental laboratory every day making teeth and interviewing people from the industry on their time off. New episodes every Monday morning.
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Episode 30: The Framework To a Family That Works Together: A conversation with the Naas Family Part 1 (VFTB30)
October 22, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 15.4 MBElvis and Barb start a wonderful conversation with Jeremiah CDT,DTG and Amanda Naas from Inverness Dental Arts. This family has built a removable laboratory is a unique way specializing in RPD metal frameworks. We talk about how the lab started, how they met, and what it takes to be successful at work and at home. But their adventure is just begining....... Show Links: RetainerDesigner YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/RetainerDesigner/featured) Elvis & Barb interviewed LIVE (ht...
Episode 29: By The Grace of Dental Marketing : Interview with Grace Rizza of Identity Dental Marketing (VFTB29)
October 15, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBGrace Rizza, the Founder and CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, comes on the podcast to talk about her role in helping dentist market to patients. But Elvis asks her to speak on how dental laboratories can play a bigger role in the “big picture”. Grace offers a unique perspective on how dentist market to patients giving dental laboratories a few ideas on how we can either help dentist advertise or how we can advertise to dentist. https://identitydental.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DentalMa...
Episode 28: Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 2 (VFTB28)
October 08, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 17.1 MBElvis and Barb continue a fascinating interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT as they speak more about integrating digital technology with in the removable department. With a consulting company called Dentgnostix these two are going to be some important technicians to keep an eye on as the removable industry shifts to a more digital workflow. NADL's Vision 21 Meeting - January 16 - 19, 2019 in Las Vegas (https://nadl.org/events/v21/2019/) Special Guests: Robert Kreyer CDT ...
Episode 27: Let's Get Digital with Removable Workflows: Interview with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT Part 1 (VFTB27)
October 01, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBStraight off the heels of the International Digital Denture Symposium in Phoenix Arizona, we talk with Robert Kreyer, CDT and Yulia Gafurov, CDT from a consulting and digital removable laboratory called Dentgnostix. While they believe the digital denture is the future, their experience also tells them there is more than one way to integrate a digital workflow in your laboratory. Join us for part 1 of this interesting perspective. JDT article from Oct 2017 by Robert Kreyer, CDT and Kathleen ...
Episode 26: Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 2 (VFTB26)
September 24, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBOn our 26th episode (half a year goes by so quick) we continue talking with some fellows from Fellowes. Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth talk about how they cleaned up Tad Friess' lab with a wall mounted box called the AeraMax Professional and how easy it is to do the same for your lab. Rockert Dental Case Study (http://cleanair.aeramaxpro.com/rockert-dental-testimonial) About AeraMax Professional - Website (https://aeramaxpro.com/industries/dental-labs/) Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to ...
Episode 25: Breathe Easy: A Chat About the Air Quality in Dental Laboratories Part 1 (VFTB25)
September 17, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBThis week starts off a new conversation about the air quality in our dental laboratories. Tad Friess from Rockert Dental Studio brings Blake Bobosky and Mike Booth from Fellowes to talk about a proven way to clean up our air. But first we have to talk about how bad it is. Rockert Dental Case Study (http://cleanair.aeramaxpro.com/rockert-dental-testimonial) About AeraMax Professional - Website (https://aeramaxpro.com/industries/dental-labs/) Our goal: Offering turnkey solutions to improve ind...
Episode 24: A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 2 (VFTB24)
September 10, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MBThis week’s episode is part 2 of the interview with Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen. They continue talking about giving back to the community, explain why Aspen values their technicians by promoting CDTs, and explain Aspen’s recruitment and why a technician would want to work there. Link to Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi’s news interview about Day Of Service (https://www.wkyc.com/mobile/video/home/dr-jere-gillan-dr-anita-imadomwanyi-a-way-to-help-us-vets-save-and-smile-52201...
Episode 23: A Passion for the Patient: An Interview With a Tech & a Doctor From Aspen Dental Part 1 (VFTB23)
September 03, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.8 MBOn today's episode we have part 1 of an interview with Bridget Boudreau CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi from Aspen Dental. They tell us the story on how they got into the industry, the valuable training that Aspen is able to provide, and how much they give back to the industry and public. Bridget's Jamacia Photos: Harley-Davidson® Raffle Ticket (http://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/ticket/) Special Guests: Bridget Boudreau, CDT and Dr. Anita Imadomwanyi .
Episode 22: The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 2 (VFTB22)
August 27, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBJoining us again are Patrick Allen LD from Maine and Todd Young BS LD from Oregon. These two Denturist are on to talk about a career path that a lot of people don't know about. This episode has them talking about how one can become a denturist, their typical day, and what the association is doing to change the way we see denturist. National Denturist Association (https://nationaldenturist.com/) National Denturist Conference - October 10 - 13 (https://nationaldenturist.com/events) Oregon S...
Episode 21: The Denturist Movement: A Removable Profession of Specialist - Interview Part 1 (VFTB21)
August 20, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.8 MBJoining Elvis and Barb are two Licensed Denturist, Patrick Allen and Todd Young, to discuss an aspect of our industry that is both fascinating and not well known to the public. From Patrick Allen: The NDA and MLDA provide a resource to educate the general public about the denturist profession. Both of these organizations serve their members with continuing education and professional development opportunities as well as focusing on the growth and expansion of the profession. The NDA hosts a fa...
Episode 20: Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 3 (VFTB20)
August 13, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBWe end our 3 part interview with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio as he talks about how a technician becomes a member of of the Dental Technicians Guild, social media, and the DTG Symposium! Dental Technicians Guild Website (https://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah (https://dtgevents.com/) DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/DamagedGoodsUnite/) Special Guest: Von Grow, DTG.
Episode 19: Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 2 (VFTB19)
August 06, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutes - 14 MBJoin us again as Elvis and Barb continue their conversation with Von Grow from Dark Horse Dental Studio. This technician took to Facebook and Chicago Lab Day to figure out how to create the group that became the Dental Technicians Guild. Dental Technicians Guild Website (https://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah (https://dtgevents.com/) DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/DamagedGoodsUnite/) Special Guest: Von ...
Episode 18: Lead With Passion and Everything Else Will Follow: Interview with Von Grow Part 1 (VFTB18)
July 30, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13.7 MBElvis and Barb had a wonderful interview with Von Grow. Not only is Von the owner of Dark Horse Dental Studio in Utah, but also runs the Dental Technicians Guild. It is a group of passionate technicians wanting to make sure that the restorations they make are high end, handmade, and with the most esthetic beauty. Dental Technicians Guild Website (https://www.dentaltechniciansguild.com/) DTG Symposium: Aug 16-18 in Utah (https://dtgevents.com/) DAMAGED GOODS UNITE!/DTG AFFILIATES : Facebook ...
Episode 17: Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 2 Roundtable (VFTB17)
July 23, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBBarb is on a much needed vacation this week so Elvis welcomes back Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer to the Roundtable to discuss more of their view of the industry. They talk about marketing, who the next Removable Technician will be, and the ever delicate doctor/technician relationship. CLICK UP TOP TO ORDER A VOICES FROM THE BENCH T-SHIRT!!! Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.
Episode 16: Setting Up a Good Bond with Removable Technicians - Part 1 Roundtable (VFTB16)
July 16, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 15 MBThree removable lab owners sit down with Elvis on this week’s Roundtable to discuss how they got into the profession and their take on digital dentures. Thomas Zaleske, Richard Wills, and Brian Mouer all run successful laboratories. From different backgrounds and different parts of the country, their view of the industry is both fascinating and unique to laboratories that only deal in the removable world. Special Guests: Brian Mouer, Richard Wills, CDT, and Thomas Zaleske, AS.
Episode 15: It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 2 (VFTB15)
July 09, 2018 08:00 - 25 minutes - 12.1 MBPART 2 of the great Chris Bormes. Elvis and Barb continue talking with the President and CEO of PREAT about his experiences "on the road" talking with all the different laboratories and why giving back to the industry is so important. PREAT (https://www.preat.com/) Support Barbara Wodjan in the Race for the Future 5.0 (https://paytrace.com/cart/donate.pay) Join us next month and cheer everyone on! Chicago Triathlon - August 25-26, 2018 (http://www.chicagotriathlon.com/) Special Guest: Chris B...
Episode 14: It's Okay To Get Attached: Interview with Chris Bormes from PREAT - Part 1 (VFTB14)
July 02, 2018 08:00 - 26 minutes - 12.6 MBJoining Elvis and Barb is Chris Bormes, President and CEO of PREAT Corporation. Chris spends many weeks on the road presenting and speaking to dental laboratory technicians. His unique look at our industry is both informative and fascinating. Preat corporation is a staple in our industry. Not only providing excellent service but a continued supporter of our industry's future through donations and education. PREAT (https://www.preat.com/) JDT: Journal of Dental Technology Magazine (https://n...
Episode 13: Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB13)
June 25, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutes - 13.9 MBPart 2 of the Advertising and Getting New Clients Roundtable. This group has so much knowledge and experience to share that we couldn't contain it in only one episode. They say the best way to advertise is to put your name and talent out there in as many ways as possible. Listen to find out what works and doesn’t work. Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https:/...
Episode 12: Diversity In Advertising: Getting New Clients - Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB12)
June 18, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBVoices From the Bench love Roundtable discussions! From East coast to West coast. From a smaller lab to a larger lab. Advertising is an ongoing venture every business needs to do. So what works for labs? Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandenta...
Episode 11: The Foundation Of All Good Things is Giving Back: Sean Siegel and Shawn Nowak talk about great ways to support the dental laboratory industry (VFTB11)
June 11, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 12.9 MBSometimes it's good to give back to an industry that has given us so much. The Foundation for Dental Lab Technology has two amazing events this year to raise money that goes back to promoting, educating, and training the current and future technicians in our industry. Sean Siegel talks about an amazing raffle to win “The Spirit of the Esthetic Revolution™”—a 1995 Harley-Davidson® Softail Classic motorcycle donated by Ivoclar Vivadent, Inc. (https://www.ivoclarvivadent.us/) Learn more! (http...
Episode 10: The Heart of Ohio - Lonni Thompson's interview about state regulations for dental laboratories (VFTB10)
June 04, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBA landmark episode for Voices From the Bench! Number 10! We are excited to have Lonni Thompson on to celebrate with us. Lonni is a passionate and dedicated CDT who has not only done a lot for our industry nationally, she now takes Ohio on a quest to get regulated and have labs held accountable for the work they do. Great stuff! *Correction: Lonni mentions that the clock ran out for Oregon but it was Washington State* Ohio Dental Laboratory Association (ODLA) (http://www.theodla.org/) Learn...
Episode 9: Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB9)
May 28, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 15.2 MBOur last single digit episode brings us part 2 of last weeks Roundtable, Lab owners with 5 or less employees. We get into more about how they compete against bigger labs, getting new clients, and they debunk known rumors about smaller labs. Massoudah Faiz (http://www.faizdentalstudio.com/) Heather Voss, CTD (https://legacyda.com/) Rob Greenson (https://www.facebook.com/NMDENTAL/) Beau Murphy, Dtg (http://fifthelementdentaldesign.com/) Show References: DTG = Dental Technicians Guild (http://w...
Episode 8: Size Doesn't Matter, It's All In The Delivery - Labs with Less Than 5 Employees Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB8)
May 21, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.5 MBWith Barb out at the AACD meeting, Elvis sits down with some very talented technicians that have taken their art and turned it into their own success story. But it's not always easy. Joining us at this week's Roundtable are: Massoudah Faiz (http://www.faizdentalstudio.com/) Heather Voss, CTD (https://legacyda.com/) Rob Greenson (https://www.facebook.com/NMDENTAL/) Beau Murphy, Dtg (http://fifthelementdentaldesign.com/) I apologize for some of the audio issues. But the content makes up for i...
Episode 7: The Greatest Spectacle in the Dental Laboratory Industry - Judy Fishman Talks Lab Day! Part 2 (VFTB7)
May 14, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MBWith just a week away from Lab Day West, Part 2 of our conversation with Judy Fishman continues. She shares how Lab Day started and why it has grown in to the premier event in our industry. With her unique view of the dental laboratory industry, Judy also gives Elvis and Barb her thoughts on the future. Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984. LMT Magazine (https://lmtmag.com/) LMT Lab Day (https://lmtmag.com/labday) Spe...
Episode 6: A Big Magazine With an Even Bigger Story - an Interview with Judy Fishman - CEO and Publisher of LMT magazine Part 1 (VFTB6)
May 07, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this week's episode Judy Fishman, the brains and heart behind LMT (Lab Management Today) magazine tells Elvis and Barb the history of making our industry's biggest and most popular publication. Judy Fishman is the CEO and Publisher of LMT Magazine. A staple in the dental laboratory industry since 1984. LMT Magazine (https://lmtmag.com/) Special Guest: Judy Fishman.
Episode 5: CDT = Connecting Dental Technicians- A Conversation with Denise Burris, CDT the 2018 Chairperson of the NBC (VFTB5)
April 30, 2018 08:00 - 24 minutes - 11.7 MBElvis and Barb welcome Denise Burris, CDT to the podcast! Denise is the 2018 Chairperson of the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. She is also a passionate technician that started her own lab in Atlanta, Georgia. In this week's episode we talk about why Denise became and maintains her CDT status and exciting updates to the CDT and CDL program. National Board for Certification (NBC) in Dental Laboratory Technology (https://nbccert.org/homepage.cfm) Certified Den...
Episode 4: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 2 (VFTB4)
April 23, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBThe continued Roundtable that dives deep into the topics of training new employees and rewarding employees become CDTs! Joining us again are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio (http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/) in Utah Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://kill...
Episode 3: Where Does a Ship of Fools Look for a Crew? - Hiring & Training Roundtable Part 1 (VFTB3)
April 16, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBThe first Roundtable episode. Gathered together to discuss the ongoing issues of hiring and training are: Martha Martin – CEO of Triad Dental Studio (http://www.triaddentalstudio.com/) in North Carolina Jeff Stronk - Co-owner - Treasure Dental Studio (http://www.treasuredentalstudio.com/) in Utah Heather Voss, CDT – Owner - Legacy Dental Arts (https://legacyda.com/) in New York Steve Killian, CDT - President and General Manager -Killian Dental (http://killiandental.com/) in California And of...
Episode 2: Never too cool for Dental Technology School - Interview with Prof. Renata Budny Part 2 (VFTB2)
April 09, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.8 MBThe second episode! Thank you to everyone who listened to our first episode and came back for more. In this episode Elvis and Barbara continue their conversation with Prof. Renata Budny from the New York City College of Technology about the graduates continuing their careers and Renata's involvement with the NADL. http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/restorativedentistry/dental-laboratory-aas.aspx (http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/restorativedentistry/dental-laboratory-aas.aspx) NADL Board (https://nadl...
Episode 1: Never too cool for Dental Technology School - Interview with Prof. Renata Budny Part 1 (VFTB1)
April 02, 2018 00:00 - 23 minutes - 11 MBOur first episode! Elvis and Barbara talk with Prof. Renata Budny about the Restorative dentistry (Dental Laboratory Technology) program at the New York City College of Technology, of the City University of New York. http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/restorativedentistry/dental-laboratory-aas.aspx (http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/restorativedentistry/dental-laboratory-aas.aspx) Special Guest: Renata Budny, CDT, TE.