Clinical success can be defined by achieving a result that is aesthetic, functional and predictable. Today's demand for such a high level of aesthetics and predictability require a collaborative effort between the dentist and technician. This seminar investigates the factors that allow a relationship between the dentist and technician to result in extraordinary and predictable results. Historically, restorations have been fabricated to work within an "envelope of function." Remember, when we chew, teeth actually don't touch. Given that fact, it isn't during the envelope of function that teeth or restorations fail. Instead, it is when we extend beyond and into the "Envelope of Parafunction" that destruction occurs. If we can create restorations that exist within this envelope of parafunction, we have better opportunity for success. This presentation introduces the "Outside/Inside" evaluation. This refers to seven specific steps that must be considered when developing any treatment plan. Following these steps result in restorations that are aesthetic and functional while improving predictability. Other factors that contribute to consistency and predictable restorations will be discussed.

This course is approved for 1.5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

The adaptation of digital technology is transitioning for CNC Milling to 3D printing as the primary method of rapid prototyping. The movement through the current manufacturing transition to printing is eliminating time and waste while reducing cost to the end user. In this program, we will discuss the current status of this technological sector with emphasis on realistic inclusion of once cost prohibitive opportunities and technologies in even the smallest laboratory.

Run time: 44 minutes

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from the day you register for the course and will expire after that time.

Photography is a vital tool for Diagnosis, Treatment planning, Case design, Patient communication, Lab communication, Staff training and more. Without it, we are limited to guessing or assuming what the proper treatment plan should be. This course will demonstrate the necessity for clinical photography and will discuss the current available photographic tools and settings needed for the proper transfer of accurate information.

Run time: 1 hour

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from the day you register for the course and will expire after that time.

With the popularity of 3Shape in today’s laboratories, how does a lab separate themselves from the pack? Mark Ferguson will discuss customization of a 3Shape design station and techniques using the software. He will concentrate on tips and tricks to bring the analog tools used in case design into the digital environment for advanced cases.

Run time: 1 hour, 17 minutes

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from the day you register for the course and will expire after that time.

Solving Technician/Dentist Problems Through Mutual Understanding of Occlusion

This course will focus on critically important issues that will make our dentistry more predictable and longer lasting. Many times the dentist misplaces the blame of the need for excessive adjustment when inserting new crown and bridge restorations. Often it is the fault of a moving condyle or an improperly misdiagnosed occlusal-muscle condition.

Both dentist and dental technician must be fully schooled in the various possibilities relative to occlusal planning and occlusal conditions that can lead to much greater value of these restorations for our patients. When both of these team members have studied together and have clear occlusal objectives, then the results are greatly enhance, predictable and the working relationship is much improved. The result is a mutual respect and recognition that it is a true partnership.

This course is approved for 1.5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

The challenge of keeping up with the rapidly evolving array of options in esthetic restorative dentistry can be daunting. It is critical that both the dentist and the dental laboratory technician maintain an understanding of the indications and limitations of the various systems.         

In this presentation we will discuss the indirect restorative materials available, and identify the strengths and weaknesses of each. Additionally, we will cover critical communications that must take place between the dentist and ceramist, and how to determine what materials best satisfy different restorative situations. Subjects presented will include, determining when the metal-ceramic restoration is still considered the restoration of choice, what situations are best satisfied by bonded porcelain restorations, which all-ceramic restorative systems can dependably mask discolorations and metallic build-ups, and how some systems match particular shade and translucency situations better than others.

This course is approved for 1.5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

Learn the latest in the Sleep Device marketplace. This course will highlight the evolution of sleep appliances, the latest innovations in Dental Sleep Medicine, as well as the regulatory aspects of being a manufacturer or provider of dental sleep devices.

Run time: 1 hour, 6 minutes

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from the day you register for the course and will expire after that time.

With advancements in hardware, software, and manufacturing techniques the digital dental lab has workflows never seen before. Mark Ferguson with highlight several of these workflows. He will walk you through the tools and techniques currently available to bring higher quality and production to your lab.

Run Time: 1 Hour, 2 Minutes

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from the day you register for the course and will expire after that time.

Graphic portrayal of central anatomy that includes a question and answer period at the end of the video. Especially useful for beginning technicians or for brush up on anatomy by more experienced technicians. This video was produced by L.H. Bates Vocational Technical Institute, Tacoma, WA.

Run Time: 30 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

Ruby Sterling shares with viewers circumstances of a tragic accident that occurred in Mississippi in November 1981.  The technique of maxillofacial prosthetic reconstruction including waxing, model making, tinting the base shade elastomer, curing, extrinsic tinting and attachment of the prosthesis are presented. Produced at the University of Missouri School of Dentistry.

Run Time: 49 Minutes

This course is approved for 1 hour of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

Dr. Duncan provides an in-depth, step-by-step procedure of the Hanau Arcon Model 158 Articulator,  It begins with a  brief history of the development of the articulator starting with the Monson Model 159 Facebow laboratory cast mounting and adjustment of condylar elements.  This video was produced by the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry.

Run Time: 49 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

In this video Williams Gold Refining Company details the various steps, procedures, requirements, test and documentation it uses in the refinement of precious metals from scrap. While there are other quality metals refining companies, this particular video focuses exclusively on Williams Gold Refining Company, detailing the company’s procedures and processing techniques.

Run Time: 22 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

This video and its accompanying workbook are designed for the dental laboratory technology student and beginning technician for independent study in tooth morphology. The material presented is intended to demystify the occlusal surface and clear up the often confusing and overlapping names of the parts of the occlusal surface into manageable sections for review.

Run Time: 20 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

Because implants are the wave of the future, Nobelpharma, U.S.A., has produced an introductory videotape to describe the laboratory technical procedures for fabricating the Nobelpharma Implant System. The video highlights the system design to cover important anatomical structures, the use of guide pins, cosmetic evaluation of the prosthesis, framework design and the important even and stress-free occlusion.

Run Time: 20 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

This educational video offers an in-depth examination of the Whip Mix Model 8645 “Quick Mount: Face Bow and includes guidelines for efficient use, review of specific facebow parts, and a demonstration of an actual face-bow registration on a patient. Techniques for obtaining occlusal record and eccentric occlusal check bites are demonstrated. This video was produced in cooperation with the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry.

Run Time: 26 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.

This video explains the Palmer and Universal systems of tooth dentition nonmenclature. These systems are generally acknowledged to be basic to communications within the “language of dentistry.” This video was developed by Triton College, River Grove, IL.

Run Time: 31 Minutes

This course is approved for .5 hours of Scientific Credit through the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC). This video will be available in your Foundation Learning Library Classroom for 90 days from your purchase date and will expire after that time.