How We Make Your Cases
We use digital scanning, CAD/CAM design, 3D printing, milling, and laser welding to keep production accurate, efficient, and consistent across a wide range of cases.
Technology
At Elegant Dental Laboratory, technology is a big part of how we keep our work accurate, consistent, and efficient. We use digital scanners, CAD/CAM design systems, 3D printers, CAM software, milling machines, and laser welding to support a full range of dental restorations and prosthetics. That includes crowns, bridges, implant restorations, dentures, splints, and more.
The point is not to have the most equipment. The point is to use the right equipment for the case in front of us. Different materials and indications need different workflows. That is why we rely on more than one system, more than one machine, and more than one production path.
For your office, that means better fit, more consistent results, and fewer unnecessary delays.
Digital Models & 3D Printing
Digital models and 3D printing give our lab more flexibility. We print models, night guards, denture bases and other components in house, so a case never waits on an outside service.
That matters when case volume is high and turnaround still needs to stay on track.
Scanning & Design
A good restoration starts with good data. We scan models and impressions and design every case in exocad and 3Shape, so margins, contours, contacts, emergence profiles and occlusion are set before a case reaches production.
Our technicians design each restoration themselves and review every incoming scan before work starts.
Milling Machines
We use several milling systems because different machines do different things well: some suit zirconia, others PMMA, denture bases or metal. Matching the case to the machine keeps fit and finish consistent.
Our milling machines include Ivoclar PrograMill PM7, ARUM, DATRON and DGSHAPE, and we also use Zirkonzahn equipment. We mill our own Elegance Zirconia discs, PMMA provisionals, denture bases and PFM copings in house.
Why We Use Different Machines
Doctors sometimes ask which machine is “the best.” The real answer is that the best machine depends on the case. A zirconia bridge, a titanium abutment, a night guard, and a full denture should not all be produced the exact same way. Different materials behave differently. Different restorations need different levels of strength, detail, speed, and finishing.
That is why our technicians are trained across multiple systems and workflows. It gives us more options and better control over the final result.
Laser Welding
Laser welding is another part of our production process for cases that need stronger, cleaner joints. Compared to traditional soldering, laser welding reduces porosity and helps improve structural integrity. It also avoids some of the heat-related issues that can affect nearby porcelain, acrylic, or composite materials.
In simple terms, it gives us a cleaner and stronger connection when joining components, which helps support long-term performance.
That matters for certain types of prosthetic and restorative work where strength and fit cannot be compromised.
Why This Matters to Your Practice
All of this technology only matters if it improves the work you receive. That is the whole point. We invest in digital scanning, CAD/CAM design, 3D printing, CAM software, milling systems, and laser welding so your office gets restorations and prosthetics that are made with more control and fewer unnecessary variables.
For your practice, that can mean:
- more consistent fit
- better production accuracy
- cleaner margins
- faster case handling
- support for a wider range of restorations
- better flexibility for digital and conventional workflows
Technology by itself is not the value. Good work is the value. Technology just helps us do that work better.
Need help with a case?
If you want to talk through a case, material choice, or production options, call 877-335-5221 or email info@elegantlab.com.
We are happy to walk you through it.
Technology FAQ
Common Questions About Our Digital Production
Do you produce cases in-house?
Yes. Cases are produced through our in-house workflow using our own equipment, software, and technical team. That gives us more control over accuracy, turnaround, and consistency.
Do you work with digital and traditional impressions?
Yes. We work with both. If a case starts with a digital scan, we bring it straight into our CAD/CAM workflow. If it starts with a traditional impression, we can scan it and move it into digital production from there.
Why do you use more than one printer or milling machine?
Because one machine is not the best answer for every case. Different restorations, materials, and case types need different workflows. Using multiple systems gives us better flexibility and better control.
What kind of cases does your digital production support?
A wide range. That includes crowns, bridges, implant restorations, dentures, splints, models, provisionals, and other lab-fabricated prosthetics.
Does this technology improve turnaround time?
Yes, when it is used the right way. Better scanning, cleaner design transfer, and more efficient production all help reduce delays and keep cases moving.
Why does this matter to my practice?
Because better production leads to better cases. More accurate workflows can help improve fit, reduce unnecessary remakes, and make the whole process smoother for your office.
