For more than 5 decades, Glidewell has combined quality craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation. Today, as the largest US-based full-service dental lab, it’s redefining restorative dentistry through bold advances in digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). At its core is a commitment to making care more accessible, efficient, and affordable—for practices of all sizes.
A Lab Built for the Digital Era
Glidewell didn’t follow the digital revolution—it pioneered it. In 2024 alone, the lab processed over 3 million intraoral scans, far outpacing would-be competitors. And while others limit clinicians to specific digital platforms, Glidewell accepts any scanner or impression file type, including STL, PLY, and CTM formats.
This open-access approach, backed by robust infrastructure and a vast, proprietary data warehouse, positions Glidewell as the most advanced digital lab in the US. Services like CT scan conversion of physical impressions, automated production, digital quality control, and the Glidewell My Account customer portal—offering live support and real-time case tracking—make digital dentistry practical and scalable.
The Next-Day Crown Standard
Committed to reducing turnaround time for dentists and their patients, Glidewell is now offering next-day crowns. Decades of CAD/CAM experience and AI-powered design allow the lab to create, mill, and ship crowns at unmatched speed. Its machine-learning models generate precise designs in seconds, enabling same-day approvals and overnight delivery.
“This is what digital dentistry should feel like—fast, reliable, and clinically excellent,” says Dr. Sergei Azernikov, Glidewell’s vice president of CAD/CAM software.
The innovation extends beyond crowns. Glidewell’s AI-driven SimpliOne Design Service offers nightguard and model designs in minutes, starting at just $1. And for practices wanting full control, the glidewell.io In-Office Solution enables same-visit restorations and 3D printing applications—including fully sintered BruxZir Zirconia crowns with no oven time required, or custom night guards and trays on demand.
AI That Transforms Workflows
AI at Glidewell isn’t just a buzzword or marketing hype—it’s a foundational tool. Since 2014, the company has integrated cloud computing and machine learning into its workflows. Today, AI drives restoration design, diagnostics, and predictive analytics. According to the ADA Vendor Showcase Survey, dentists cite AI’s top benefits as speed, accuracy, and improved decision-making.
“AI will soon be standard in every dental practice,” says Azernikov. “Its ability to deliver clinical confidence and efficiency is unmatched.”
Value That Rewrites the Market
Innovation is important, but value is Glidewell’s hallmark. Crowns start at $89—significantly less than the industry average—and include a no-fault remake policy and lifetime warranty. These savings are compounded by cost-effective implant programs, flat-rate prosthetics, and complimentary CE courses—a collection of services made possible by the company’s expansive vertical integration.
Glidewell HT Implants, which boast a 99.2% clinical success rate and design features that rival premium brands, are just $99, and feature 20% savings on implant restorations from Glidewell labs. Inclusive Prosthetic Components, manufactured in house, enable Glidewell to offer flat-rate restoration pricing for most major implant brands, sparing clinicians the nickel-and-dime uncertainty of add-on fees. Glidewell backs it all with lifetime warranties, coast-to-coast delivery, and one of the most reliable fulfillment operations in the industry.
Comprehensive Implant Solutions
With over 4 million implant cases restored, Glidewell provides end-to-end support across digital and analog workflows. Under the leadership of Dr. Bushra Imam, the lab now offers full-arch options like photogrammetry, Shining 3D scanning, OPTISPLINT verification, and Inclusive Full-Arch Scan Bodies. A fully integrated workflow—from same-day provisionals to final prosthesis—is on the way, including stackable surgical guides for maximum precision.
Always a Laboratory, Not Just a Tech Platform
Glidewell didn’t pivot into dental laboratory services from another category—it began as a full-service lab and remains so to this day. This foundation matters. Other new, tech-first dental lab competitors are funded by non-dental investments with the goal of turning a profit and exiting the business when investors are satisfied. Glidewell is committed to solving real clinical problems. With 55 years of experience and roughly 80,000 dentists served annually, the company delivers reliability and innovation without compromising usability.
“When you combine speed, support, quality, and affordability,” says chief growth officer Robert Brenneise, “Glidewell isn’t just competing—it’s continuing to set the standard for the future of dentistry.”
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