What to Ask When Choosing a Dental Lab for Your Practice
Here at Electric Arts Dental Lab in Austin, TX, we know that choosing the right dental lab is one of the most important decisions a dentist can make. A reliable lab isn’t just a vendor, they’re a true partner in delivering quality care.
So how do you know you’ve found the right one? Here are five essential questions every Austin dentist should ask:
1. Do you support digital workflows?
Top-tier labs stay up to date with digital scanning, CAD/CAM milling, and 3D printing. If you’re already using digital impressions, or plan to, your lab should be ready to receive and process them efficiently.
2. What are your turnaround times?
Time matters. Ask how long standard cases take and whether expedited options are available for urgent or same-day needs.
3. What materials do you offer, and why?
From zirconia and e.max to PMMA and beyond, your lab should clearly explain the pros, cons, and ideal use cases for each material based on your patient's needs.
4. How do you ensure fit and esthetics?
A quality lab will have strong internal protocols to check margins, occlusion, and shading accuracy, reducing the need for time-consuming chairside adjustments.
5. Can I talk to a real technician if needed?
Direct communication leads to fewer remakes. A good lab makes it easy to speak with an experienced technician for guidance or troubleshooting. At Electric Arts, we welcome all these questions, and more.
We believe in full transparency, expert support, and long-term partnerships that help your practice thrive!
We offer personalized service for Austin Dentists and Partners
Here are Electric Arts Dental Lab we offer personalized communication and support, making it easier for us to collaborate with local Austin dentists and partners. From customizing dentures and partials to fine-tuning the details of a case, direct communication ensures your practice gets the best results with every order. Establishing close relationships with our partners (you!) helps you meet your patients' needs with precision and care.
Supporting the Austin Community
Choosing us as your local dental lab in Austin helps build trust with your patients by supporting local businesses. Dentists who work with local labs can promote their community involvement, which strengthens patient loyalty and enhances your practice’s reputation in the area.
Flexible Solutions for Quick Adjustments
If a case requires last-minute changes or fine-tuning, your local dental lab (us!) can address these adjustments quickly and efficiently, ensuring that your patients always get the best possible results.
Let’s Talk About How We Can Support Your Dental Practice
Contact us at (512) 615-3544 or fill out the form below!
Our team takes pride in our commitment to quality and precision and offers a wide range of dental lab services to meet your needs. We use only the finest materials and techniques to create a wide range of high-quality in house dental restorations including crowns, bridges, veneers, and implant abutments, as well as orthodontic appliances such as essix retainers and nightguards.
We offer same-day services, consisting of repairs and relines, replacing denture teeth, adding teeth or clasps to acrylic partials, Essix retainers, and whitening/fluoride trays. Our normal turnaround times are 5 days for digital cases and 7 days for traditional cases. All products manufactured in the US.