FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing a lab partner is a decision you don’t make lightly, and we want you to have the full picture before sending your first case. Don’t see what you’re looking for here? Contact us today with your questions!
What types of restorations does our lab produce?
We focus on implant and restorative work, including surgical guides for implant placement, single and multi-unit implant restorations, full-arch All-on X temporary and permanent restorations, nightguards, and Essix retainers. Everything is designed and finished in our lab.
Is all work completed in-house?
Everything is completed start to finish in our Arvada, Colorado lab. We never outsource cases, so you always know exactly who is handling your restoration and when it will be back in your hands.
What materials and components do you use?
We build with materials dentists trust. Amann Girrbach zirconia for crowns, bridges, and full-arch restorations. Veerifit thermoforming material for durable, comfortable nightguards, and DESS implant components for a precise, predictable fit.
What are your turnaround times?
Removable appliances, including nightguards and retainers, have a 7-day turnaround. Zirconia and permanent restorations have a 14-day turnaround. Because every step stays in-house, our timelines are dependable and easy to plan around.
What makes a lab built inside a dental practice different?
Smiles by Design Laboratory grew out of an established restorative practice, so our technicians work alongside dentists every day. They understand firsthand how a restoration needs to fit, function, and look in a real patient’s mouth, and they bring that clinical perspective to every case you send us.
How do I become a client and submit my first case?
Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact page, and we’ll walk you through onboarding and get your practice set up. Once you’re a client, you’ll be able to submit and manage your cases through our online customer portal. We are a digital lab and only take uploaded scans.
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Whether you're weighing materials for a complex case, confirming turnaround on a tight deadline, or ready to send your first restoration, we're here to help.
Reach out with any questions or concerns in the Customer Portal or on our Contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you quickly.
