Impression Coping Misuse
Implant Specialist and CDT Alex Rugh talks about the difference between open- and closed-tray impressions and why you should use the correct impression coping.
Hi. We’re a Full Service Dental Lab with a knack for helping clients keep things running smoothly.
Managing a successful dental practice is tricky business. Partnering with the right lab can make a big difference.
Goal Productive Practice, Happy Patients
Our Hallmarks
- Experienced Staff
- Latest Technology
- On-Time Delivery
- Case Consultation
Supporting Great Practices
Over the years O’Brien has earned a reputation for high standards and innovative solutions. Our advanced technical support and deliveries that arrive like clockwork create a smoother workflow. Think more efficient scheduling, reduced chair time and greater productivity. Your patients go home satisfied, with a restoration that looks great and functions properly. Now that’s the kind of reliability that will help your practice thrive.
What’s New
HydroPak
Our patent-pending method for processing denture acrylic uses 500 PSI of dynamic, directional, hydraulic pressure to yield a better-fitting, more durable product. In fact, HydroPak improves the fit so much that we use it for all full and implant denture cases, exclusively. Check back soon for the full story behind this innovation.
The Right Stuff: Products and Services
We provide a set of products, services and technologies designed to support modern dentistry, whatever the case may be.
Crown & Bridge
- Enamelux®
- MZR™
- MLZ™
- ZCore+®
- Porcelain Fused to Metal
- Full Cast Gold
Removable
- Complete Dentures
- Removable Partial Dentures
- Implant Dentures
- Thermo-Splint®
- MPA™ (Anti-Snoring Device)
- Sportsguards
Implants
Implant cases require more planning and expertise than conventional restoratives—O’Brien is the kind of lab you can trust with this work. We’ve honed our skills and knowledge for over 30 years, using the latest technology to provide implant restorations that fit your individual preferences.
News and Resources
NobelPearl™ Metal-free Implant System
Alex Rugh, CDT, introduces you to the NobelPearl™, Nobel Biocare's first metal-free implant system. The implant, abutment, restorative abutment, impression coping and the implant replica are all metal free.
Nobel Temporary Snap Abutment
Alex Rugh, CDT, introduces the recent Temporary Snap Abutments from Nobel Biocare
Straumann Impression Coping Caps – Are they necessary?
Implant Specialist Alex Rugh explains why you may not want to use the cap that comes with Straumann closed-tray impression copings. If you do want to use the cap,...
I’m new to O’Brien. How do I get started?
It all starts with a conversation. Please give us a call at 1-800-445-5941. Tell us your specific needs and any recurring challenges you’ve faced in past cases; our goal is to understand how we can best help. From there, you may decide to send us a case or schedule a visit to our lab. We’ll be happy to answer questions and suggest next steps.
How do I check on the status of my case?
You can call us at 1-800-445-5941 to talk to our support staff, or you can check your cases online. We’ve sent out login information to some of our clients already, which will allow them to set up an account; if that’s not you, please call us to learn more.
Where can I get assistance with case planning?
Our customer service staff will be happy to answer questions and talk about any case. Call us at 1-800-445-5941. For help submitting your digital files, and to discuss restorative options, CDT Chris Luksch is here to assist you. For digital impressions pertaining to implant cases, ask for CDT Alex Rugh.
