LAB DAY West

May 17-18, 2024

Anaheim, CA

Check out the latest innovations from Argen, featuring a range of cutting-edge products such as Argen® MODEL Pro™ resins, High Definition Milled Zirconia, ArgenIS Abutment and Implant Parts, Lucitone Digital Dentures, SLM RPD frames, and more. Explore our comprehensive equipment offerings and take advantage of exclusive deals while learning about our Swift financing and equipment support program.

Additionally, don't miss the opportunity to attend our education sessions in the Argen Lecture room. Our education sessions will be hosted by esteemed industry experts and give attendees the opportunity to earn CE credits. Explore our impressive lineup of presentations detailed below.

Education Series

Friday, May 17, 2024

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Friday, May 17, 2024
9:00 am - 10:00 am

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Monolithic Marvels: Mastering Modern Materials to Achieve Esthetic Excellence and a Competitive Edge

Jack Marrano, CDT,  Director, Signature Prosthetics Division, Absolute Dental Services

Developments within the dental lab industry have notoriously lacked alignment, which often result in workarounds that cause redundancy, excessive labor, and a lack of predictability. In this presentation, Jack will discuss how materials, such as Argen’s HT+ Multilayer and ST Multilayer zirconia, hardware, software, and support materials like MiYo, have aligned to allow labs to create efficient world-class esthetics. Gain insight on how to navigate the use of these materials to craft industry-leading esthetics, despite the labor shortages in the dental industry.

1 Scientific Credit

Jack  is the Director of Signature Prosthetics at Absolute Dental Services in North Carolina's Triangle region. As a former Marine, Jack’s disciplined approach shines through in his work. Recognized as one of LMT magazine's top 40 technicians in the US under 40, Jack's expertise in dental prosthetics is widely renowned. Jack is a key player in R&D for dental materials, often collaborating with clinicians, prosthodontists, and universities. Jack is a Key Opinion Leader for top dental manufacturers and teaches at the MOD Institute, where he shares his vast knowledge with future dental professionals.

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Friday, May 17, 2024
10:30 am - 11:30 am

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Denture Design Simplified

Pam Rehm, RDT,  Technical Sales Specialist, Removables, Argen Corporation

Master the art of denture design and expand your skills to create exceptional, lifelike dentures with confidence with this captivating course.

  • Learn how to identify landmarks for edentulous patients
  • Understand functional limits in denture design
  • Create optimal occlusal setups
  • Witness a live demonstration using 3Shape design
  • Expand your skills to create exceptional, lifelike dentures with confidence
1 Scientific Credit

Pam Rehm  is an experienced Canadian RDT, renowned for her expertise in digital workflows, most notably in designing full arch implant prosthetics and all varieties of removable restorations. Her contributions extend beyond the lab, as she actively promotes knowledge-sharing in the dental community. Pam is a recognized lecturer and mentor, guiding dental professionals across North America in the implementation of efficient digital manufacturing workflows. Pam's passion lies in seamlessly integrating technology into Denturists clinics and facilitating the transition from analog to digital processes.

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Friday, May 17, 2024
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

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From Liquid to Solid: Exploring the Science of 3D Resins

Paul Cascone, BE MetE, MS,  Senior VP, Research and Development, Argen Corporation

In this session, Paul Cascone will discuss the fundamental chemistry behind 3D printing technology. Attendees will gain knowledge about the make-up of 3D resins and discover how printers transform resins into solid objects. Paul’s session with provide vast insights into the limitless potential of 3D printing and best practices on incorporating 3D printing into your dental laboratory.

0.75 Scientific Credits

Paul Cascone, BE MetE, MS,  is Senior Vice President of Research & Development at The Argen Corporation. Paul has developed numerous dental alloy products and applied dental metallurgy to the laser-selective-melting process, which established alloys within the digital landscape. Paul holds patents on dental alloys, materials, and processes, and has published articles on alloy development, metal-ceramic bonding, computer modeling of material systems, and computer simulation material processes.


Saturday, May 18, 2024

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Saturday, May 18, 2024
9:00 am - 10:00 am

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Building a Strong Foundation: The Basics of Partial Denture Frameworks

Pam Rehm, RDT,  Technical Sales Specialist, Removables, Argen Corporation

Learn about the essentials of partial dentures and gain the knowledge to create precise and comfortable frameworks that meet your patient's needs.

Pam Rehm will discuss key topics such as undercut block out, clasp design, major and minor connector designs, and effective communication with your dentist about rest preps. Pam’s goal is to equip you with the foundations of successful partial denture frameworks, ensuring that you stay ahead in this shifting market that is increasingly embracing removable.

1 Scientific Credit

Pam Rehm  is an experienced Canadian RDT, renowned for her expertise in digital workflows, most notably in designing full arch implant prosthetics and all varieties of removable restorations. Her contributions extend beyond the lab, as she actively promotes knowledge-sharing in the dental community. Pam is a recognized lecturer and mentor, guiding dental professionals across North America in the implementation of efficient digital manufacturing workflows. Pam's passion lies in seamlessly integrating technology into Denturists clinics and facilitating the transition from analog to digital processes.

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Saturday, May 18, 2024
10:30 am - 11:30 am

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Zirconia Fact vs Fiction: Uncovering Myths

Paul Cascone, BE MetE, MS,  Senior VP, Research and Development, Argen Corporation

John Wilson,  Owner, Sunrise Dental Laboratory

Jed Archibald, CDT,  Owner/Educator/Technician/CMO, Archibald & Associates

Join our esteemed panel as they explore the intricacies of zirconia. Our panel will delve into material selection, explain the benefits of 4Y zirconia, share insights into rapid sintering techniques, and suggest strategies for workflow optimization. This unique opportunity to learn from three leading experts in the field is not to be missed.

1 Scientific Credit

Paul Cascone, BE MetE, MS,  is Senior Vice President of Research & Development at The Argen Corporation. Paul has developed numerous dental alloy products and applied dental metallurgy to the laser-selective-melting process, which established alloys within the digital landscape. Paul holds patents on dental alloys, materials, and processes, and has published articles on alloy development, metal-ceramic bonding, computer modeling of material systems, and computer simulation material processes.

John Wilson  is a 38-year veteran to the trade and owner/operator of Sunrise Dental Laboratory located in Yucaipa, California. John’s lab specializes in full mouth reconstructions utilizing their analog knowledge while exploiting digital technology. With more than 25 years of implant knowledge and thousands of arch restorations, he has partnered with some of the finest surgeons and G.P.’s to provide life-changing prosthetics by embracing and implementing a team approach to dentistry.

Jed Archibald  began his Dental Technician training at Archibald Associates in 1997, an in-house laboratory for Dr. Gordon Christensen. He later became an instructor at the accredited private dental laboratory school. He has been instrumental in the development of groundbreaking dental products such as Creation, 3D Master, Empress, and e.max. In 2011, he established Archibald Digital as the digital arm of Archibald Associates, focusing on high-end outsourcing. Despite his digital focus, Jed continues to produce cosmetic and implant restorative cases through his private laboratory, Archibald Esthetics, established in 2006. His mission is to maintain the same standards in digital processes and materials as traditional craftsmanship, leading to breakthroughs in CAD/CAM, sintering, and 3D printing.

Garden 4, North Tower, Lobby Level
Saturday, May 18, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Crash Course 3Shape All-On-X Workflow

Beth Lundstrom,  Senior Technical Support Specialist/Trainer, Argen Corporation

Advance your digital skills as Beth explores the 3Shape workflow for all-on-x design. She will cover tooth and gingiva designs along with your options for angled screw channels.

1 Scientific Credit

Beth Lundstrom,  Technical Support Specialist at Argen, has 20+ years of dental laboratory experience and 15+ years specializing in digital dentistry. Beth hosts Argen's 3Shape and exocad design webinars, where she teaches users how to navigate through various workflows while providing tips and tricks for successful and effortless design.

NEW Product Showcase

ArgenMODEL Pro Resin

As a leading dental lab supplier and digital manufacturer, Argen relies extensively on 3D resin. Our dedication to quality led us to develop Argen® MODEL Pro™ resins, which are meticulously tailored to optimize color shading, print speed, and accuracy. Argen® MODEL Pro™ resins are made for Vat Photopolymerization DLP printers and are catered to producing removable, crown and bridge, and orthodontic models.

Argen® MODEL Pro™ resins can help labs achieve more versatility, consistency, and dimensional stability These new resins are expertly crafted to ensure your lab is set up for success.

High Definition Milled Zirconia

Receive extraordinary detail in your zirconia cases without spending hours at the bench. With our newest technology, we can mill first molar to first molar at 90 degrees, which allows all teeth to have better separation in the embrasures and gingival tooth junction areas.

  • Most mills can only hit the front 6 embrasures with a 0.3 mm tool.
  • Our custom HD milling strategies allow us to access greater angles on large arches that most mills cannot mill.
  • No shadowing effects.
  • No lost detail due to undercuts

Receive in green state or sintered, ready for gingiva pink, stain, and glaze. Available in all shades of ArgenZ HT+ Multilayer and HT+ Pre-Shaded zirconia. Learn More

Lucitone Digital Denture

Scale your workflow with Lucitone Digital Dentures. Lucitone Digital Dentures are made from high-impact resin that exceeds ISO standards for impact resistance, delivering outstanding durability and strength. Argen Lucitone dentures include the printed pink base and printed tooth shade arch that has been assembled, surface treated, and UV cured. The denture can be received polished or unpolished.

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ArgenIS Expanded Line

Argen has also expanded its Ti Base offering to include engaging and non-engaging options in multiple gingival heights, straight and angled screw channel, and a new platform: NeoDent GrandMorse®. New color anodized lab analogs, temporary abutments, and transfer posts. Learn More

SLM RPD Frames

Argen SLM RPD Frames are made with a uniquely formulated blend that is more accurate and ductile than traditional casting. Our proprietary post processing methods also ensure a precise fit every time. Outsourcing your SLM RPD cases to Argen frees up time and labor formerly spent casting RPDs. Available in Polished (standard) or Unfinished.

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Equipment

Argen assists labs by providing streamlined workflows integrated with industry-leading design services, and award-winning equipment and technical support teams. Additionally, it offers cutting-edge scanning, milling, and 3D printing technologies along with a wide array of supporting materials and accessories.

  • 40 Member Support Team – Count on Argen's award-winning support team for your CAD/CAM technology needs.
  • Argen Swift Credit Financing – Get your equipment and financing from Argen. Our custom HD milling strategies allow us to access greater angles on large arches that most mills cannot mill.
  • Equipment Support Program – Did you buy your equipment from Argen? No problem. Sign up for Argen's ESP (Equipment Support Program) to have access to our team of 40+ support experts.
  • Design Resources – Argen is seamlessly integrated with 3Shape, Evident, and EasyDent design services. Eliminate double entries and file transfer time.

Ask your local representative about exciting additions to our equipment portfolio coming later this year. Learn More

Special Events

Customer Appreciation Bash

Joe's Crab Shack Garden Grove
12011 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840

Please join Argen at Joe’s Crab Shack for the Argen Customer Appreciation Bash on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm! Come and enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company with the Argen team. Don't miss out!  RSVP here.

Visit the Argen Booth D2

Visit the Argen booth during Exhibit Hall hours.

  • Friday, May 17 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday, May 18 from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm