Episode 484 · June 26, 2023
Zirconia Myths and Realities
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Dr. Edward McLaren
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Dr. McLaren maintains a private practice limited to prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry in which he does all of his own ceramics. He is the director of the UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry, a full time didactic and clinical program for graduate dentists. He is also the founder and director of the UCLA Master Dental Ceramist program. The residency program is a full time master ceramist program for dental technicians featuring extensive experience with the newest esthetic restorative systems. Dr. McLaren has an appointment as an Associate Professor in the Biomaterials and Advanced Prosthodontic department. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor for the University of Oregon Dental School.
Episode Summary
Thanks for joining us. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the myths and realities of using zirconia materials. Our guest is Dr. Edward McLaren, a Prosthodontist and Master Dental Ceramist. Currently, he is the CEO of ArtOral America, a private teaching institute based in Park City Utah, and maintains a private practice limited to prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has presented numerous courses on ceramics and esthetics globally, authored or co-authored over 90 articles, and published a book titled “The Art of Passion: Ceramics, Teeth, Faces, and Places.”
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