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Episode 5: The Future of Digital Dentistry, Intraoral Scanning & 3D Printed Dentures with Dr. Lori Trost

Episode 5: The Future of Digital Dentistry, Intraoral Scanning & 3D Printed Dentures with Dr. Lori Trost

2/26/2026 10:00:00 AM   |   Comments: 0   |   Views: 214

In Episode 5 of The Technology Evangelist Podcast, part of the Medidenta Digital Solutions podcast series, Dr. John Flucke interviews Dr. Lori Trost, a passionate clinician and educator focused on advancing digital dentistry. This episode explores how intraoral scanning, 3D printing, and digital denture workflows are transforming restorative dentistry, especially in smaller private practice settings.

Dr. Trost shares her journey from traditional denture workflows to fully embracing digital dentistry, highlighting how technology has improved precision, patient satisfaction, and clinical efficiency in her Missouri-based practice.

Key Takeaways from Episode 5

Transition from Analog to Digital Denture Workflows
Dr. Trost describes how a pivotal moment in 2020—receiving an intraoral scanner just before the COVID-19 pandemic—accelerated her adoption of digital dentistry. Faced with limited traditional materials, she successfully used digital scanning and lab collaboration to deliver highly accurate denture outcomes.

Intraoral Scanning for Improved Accuracy
A central focus of the episode is how intraoral scanners eliminate the inconsistencies of traditional impressions. This leads to improved denture fit, fewer adjustments, and a more predictable restorative process for both clinicians and patients.

3D Printing for Denture Fabrication
Dr. Trost highlights the use of 3D printing to produce monolithic try-in dentures using biocompatible materials. This allows patients to evaluate esthetics, fit, and function before final processing, improving outcomes and reducing remakes.

Copy Dentures, Reference Dentures, and Immediate Dentures
The episode explores advanced digital workflows such as copy dentures and reference-based design, enabling clinicians to replicate successful prosthetics with greater accuracy and efficiency.

Patient-Centered Digital Dentistry
Dr. Trost emphasizes a holistic, patient-first approach, combining digital workflows with supportive clinical protocols to improve healing, comfort, and overall treatment success—particularly in immediate denture cases.

Education-Driven Adoption of Technology
A key theme is the importance of education in adopting digital dentistry. Through collaboration with Medidenta Digital Solutions, Dr. Trost provides hands-on training to help clinicians confidently integrate scanning and 3D printing into everyday practice.

Discover how digital dentistry is reshaping restorative care. Tune in to Episode 5 of The Technology Evangelist Podcast to learn how Medidenta Digital Solutions supports clinicians with advanced intraoral scanning and 3D printing technologies designed for modern workflows. 

Episode 1: Sean Ryan & John Flucke on the Future of Digital Dentistry

Sponsored by Medidenta

Medidenta has been helping dentists deliver better care for over 80 years. As the home of CR-rated Prophy Magic—and your go-to for Prophy Magic bulk deals—we’re also your trusted source for digital dentistry and 3D Printing solutions. We’re proud to support innovation in practices everywhere. And don’t forget—this is also home of The Technology Evangelist Podcast, featuring Dr. John Flucke.
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