Elevate your lab at DTS 2025
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DTS 2025 is set to be an unmissable event for dental technicians and laboratory owners, providing a unique opportunity to refine skills, embrace innovation, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. With a carefully curated programme of expert-led lectures, discussions, and demonstrations across three dedicated theatres, attendees can earn up to 12 FREE eCPD hours by taking part in the conference programme.
How will you choose your path through the two days to maximise your own professional development? To help you design your personal programme, our sessions fit into the following core themes – use these to ensure you’ve got the right mix of learning for you!
Top up your technical skills with a technical top-up
Maintaining and enhancing technical skills is essential for dental technicians. The DTS 2025 programme covers a diverse range of topics, ensuring that you stay at the forefront of industry advancements. Sessions will explore cutting-edge techniques and materials, from integrating analogue and digital workflows into full-arch rehabilitation to the hybridisation and modification of The Lancaster Lingualised Functional Appliance. Additional sessions will provide insight into digital workflows and orthodontic treatment assessment, equipping you with the knowledge to meet the evolving demands of dental practices and patients alike.
Master the business of dental laboratories with business bites
Running a successful dental laboratory requires more than just technical expertise. DTS 2025 will offer invaluable sessions focused on lab management, marketing strategies, and financial planning. Learn how to future-proof your business, explore the latest trends impacting lab owners and managers, and find practical solutions to challenges faced in the industry. There will also be sessions on expanding your business through apprenticeships, helping you take full advantage of growth opportunities.
Improve wellbeing in dental technology
The demands of working in a dental laboratory can be intense and often isolating. Finding time to focus on wellbeing can be challenging and knowing where to start even more so. DTS 2025 will feature expert-led sessions aimed at helping you navigate mental health, prevent burnout, and create a healthier work-life balance. You are your laboratory’s greatest asset - investing in your own wellbeing is crucial for long-term success.
Boost your career
Career progression in dental technology depends on continuous professional development and collaboration with peers, mentors, and industry leaders. DTS 2025 provides an exceptional platform to network, share knowledge, and explore the future of dental laboratories. Gain insights into the evolving relationship between dental labs and dental practices and apply this knowledge to strengthen your career and seize new opportunities.
Embrace the cutting-edge with innovative technology
The integration of advanced technology is revolutionising dental laboratories. DTS 2025 will showcase the latest developments in digital dentistry, materials, and state-of-the-art equipment. From AI and CAD design to implant planning, 3D printing, and intraoral photogrammetry, this year’s programme offers exclusive insights into the digital advancements shaping the industry. The Digital Dentistry Theatre - hosted by the IDDA - will provide live demonstrations and engaging sessions designed to immerse you in the world of digital workflows. Whether you are a dental technician or a lab owner, these sessions will equip you with the tools and knowledge to enhance efficiency and elevate patient outcomes.