National Association Urges Transparency in Dental Industry

Most dental patients are not aware that nearly 38 percent of dental restoration units are made overseas by foreign dental laboratories, according to the U.S. International Trade Commission. Additionally, domestic labs remain unregulated in more than 40 states by their respective state boards of dentistry. The National Association of Dental Laboratories has created the “What’s…

Certified Dental Labs: Learn the Facts and Find a Lab

What is a Certified Dental Lab? A Certified Dental Laboratory (CDL) must meet specific standards relating to quality assurance, safety, and business and manufacturing practices. A CDL monitors and attempts to improve the quality and efficiency of its services and facilities. The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL), the American Dental Association (ADA) and the…