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Rik Jacobs Director Sales & Marketing Vertex-Dental B.V. rik.jacobs@vertex- dental.com Contact Information cost reductions by its end users will lead to more and more successes. We simply focus on making our products and techniques deviating from the norm in splendid solutions. Therefore we are constantly looking for- ward for growing of our business, our or- ganization and our performance. We will constantly develop, produce and launch innovative products and tech- niques with a focus on denture production. Our main focus is innovation in combina- tion with anticipation on new trends in the Dental Technical market. Vertex Thermo- Sens is our latest innovation in this regard. A monomer free, low allergic, virtually un- breakable denture solution with a remark- able world wide feedback. We believe that the growth of our mar- ket leadership is only possible by peoples knowledge and our world wide network. We are proud to tell you that our team is existing of the best professional mix of Master technicians, Chemists and Mar- keters were dignity, eagerness and drive streams through our veins. Yours faithfully Zeist, The Netherlands Rik Jacobs D ear friends, We are constantly working hard to become the world-wide lead- ing manufacturer of innovative custom made denture products and we want to be recognized by dental profes- sionals as a benchmark for premium den- ture solutions with reliable performance. The dental technical world-wide market is changing day by day. The present state of the art denture technique can not be com- pared with a short period ago. Research, Developments and Innovations are con- tinuing in full speed. Vertex-Dental capabilities and structure to act unique and independent with a focus on production efficiency, environmental solutions, more durable end products and Monomer free and virtually unbreakable? Dental Laboratory Technician Outlook Dental Laboratory is being established with the goal of providing dentists with restorations of superior quality and value. By Rodny Abdallah CDT, Lebanon I recognize that every practice is differ- ent and every dentist is unique. The dental laboratory must continual- ly adjust its methods to meet the con- stantly evolving challenges of dentistry and aspirations of the dental profession- al and must be deeply and loyally commit- ted to maintaining consistent product ex- cellence. A big part of the adoption of sensible so- lutions for growing dentists is the estab- lishment of a confident relationship with a quality dental lab capable of handling high volume orders. In the field of dentistry, precision and qual- ity are non-negotiable standards. Business- es that attempt to subvert these profession- al requirements are sure to find themselves failing in the end, often accompanied by disappointed clients and outraged part- ners. Things have changed! We are in a glob- al economic transition that is impacting all businesses including dental business- es. Our patients are more cautious about spending money on dental treatment. Peo- ple are worried about the impact this econ- omy is having on their financial well-being. Practically every time we turn on the news, the top story is about our economic prob- lems. No wonder everyone is worried about what the future holds. The important point to realize is that since we are in an economic transition, what worked in the past will not work today. In fact, if you still practice dentistry the same way you did just two years ago, then your practice is probably declining and will con- tinue to do so. Employment of dental laboratory techni- cians is expected to grow 14 percent, which is faster than the average for all occupa- tions. During the last few years, increased demand has arisen from an aging public that is growing increasingly interested in cosmetic prostheses. For example, many dental laboratories are filling orders for composite fillings that are the same shade of white as natural teeth to replace older, less attractive fillings. Additionally, the growing and aging population will require more dental products fabricated by dental technicians, such as bridges and crowns, since more people are retaining their orig- inal teeth. This job growth will be limited, however, by productivity gains stemming from continual technological advance- ments in laboratories. Job opportunities for dental laborato- ry technicians should be favourable, due to expect faster than average growth. Few people seek these jobs, reflecting the rela- tively limited public awareness and low starting wages. Those with formal training in a dental laboratory technology program will have the best job prospects. In addi- tion to openings from job growth, many job openings also will arise from the need to re- place technicians who transfer to other oc- cupations or who leave the labour force. Although there is no formal education or training requirements to become a dental laboratory technician, having a high school diploma is typically the standard require- ment for obtaining a job. High school stu- dents interested in becoming dental labo- ratory technicians should take courses in mathematics and science. Courses in metal and wood shop, art, drafting, and comput- ers are recommended. Courses in manage- ment and business may help those wishing to operate their own laboratories. Most dental laboratory technicians are hired with a high school diploma and learn their tasks through on-the-job training. They usually begin as helpers and gradual- ly learn new skills as they gain experience. For example, dental laboratory technicians begin by pouring plaster into an impres- sion, and progress to more complex pro- cedures, such as making porcelain crowns and bridges. Training in dental laboratory technology is available through universities, community and junior colleges, vocational-technical in- stitutes Certification can be obtained in five spe- cialty areas: crowns and bridges, ceramics, partial dentures, complete dentures, and orthodontic appliances. In large dental laboratories, dental techni- cians may become supervisors or manag- ers. Experienced technicians may teach or take jobs with dental suppliers in such ar- eas as product development, marketing, and sales. Opening one's own laboratory is another, and more common, way to ad- vance and earn more. Rodny ABDALLAH , CDT Rodny Abdallah CDT, Beirut, Lebanon rodny@dental-tribune.com Contact Information 22 DENTAL TRIBUNE Middle East & Africa Edition | Jan-Feb 2013DENTAL LAB TRIBUNE