The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the NADL Member Advantage Program on December 1, 2025!
NADL members have long expressed the need for a program like this, and we’re excited to bring it to life. The NADL Member Advantage Program provides added value by connecting NADL laboratory members with NADL supplier members who are offering special discounts and promotions.
The ADA’s Council on Dental Practice (CDP) recently expanded our Dental Well-Being Index (WBI) to all dentists, students (dental and dental team member students), and dental team members. NADL Members can use the WBI at no cost and access ADA wellness resources and some state resources. The WBI is an anonymous, validated, risk assessment invented by Mayo Clinic for healthcare providers and is used by hundreds of healthcare organizations.
For additional information on the WBI (including several FAQs), please visit: https://www.ada.org/resources/practice/wellness/well-being-index
Join the National Association of Dental Laboratories for 2025 Fall Daze. This Webinar is a premier virtual education event designed exclusively for dental laboratory professionals. This annual webinar offers live, interactive continuing education, allowing attendees to earn CDT/RG credits from the comfort of their home or office.
Expert speakers from across the dental laboratory industry will cover digital workflows, financial risk, and compliance strategies. Whether you're a technician, manager, or business owner, Fall Daze delivers relevant content to support your professional growth. Earn 3.5 NBC-approved CE credits in one afternoon with expert-led sessions.
For over twenty years, the National Association of Dental Laboratories has had a public policy platform for transparency through enacting minimum standards for registration, education, and disclosure for dental laboratories within state law.
On May 28th, 2025, Oregon’s Governor Kotek signed into law, House Bill 2594. The passage of the bill was the result of a multi-year effort initiated by the Oregon Association of Dental Laboratories (OADL). The Washington State Dental Laboratory Association (WSDLA) also provided subject matter support to OADL during the process. The NADL as part of its strategic plan provided financial and legislative support for the Oregon advocacy initiative.
A link to the new law is provided below:
https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2594
The new law requires dental laboratories operating in Oregon to register with the Health Licensing Office (HLO), specifies requirements for obtaining registration, and requires dental laboratories to provide material content disclosures related to work orders completed for dentists in Oregon.
The registration requirement applies to dental laboratories that are located in Oregon and to facilities that are located outside of Oregon but do business with Oregon dentists.
As part of dental laboratory registration, the registered dental laboratory must employ either a dentist, a certified dental laboratory technician, or a dental technician who has completed acceptable continuing education. There is a five-year grace period to meet the CDT requirement.
The law requires a dental laboratory registered with HLO to provide material content disclosures for any work orders received from a dentist.
Oregon’s new registration and disclosure requirements take effect on July 1, 2026.
NADL is proud to announce a new partnership with DLT Training & Education to offer two virtual training courses led by Allie Williamson, AAS, BS, CDT-TE. These interactive sessions are designed to support both new dental laboratory professionals, and those in the early stages of their career, in building and reinforcing essential industry knowledge.
Whether you're just starting your journey in dental technology or looking to strengthen your foundational skills, these courses provide the tools you need to succeed in today’s evolving dental lab environment.
Course Schedule & Details:
The National Association of Dental Laboratories is gearing up for NADL University 2025. This years meeting will be held on September 18th - 19th at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel in Tempe, AZ.
The dental laboratory industry has identified a significant need for qualified managers, ranking it among the top five current issues. To address this, NADL University was created to fulfill the growing educational demands of today's dental laboratory managers. This program offers eligible professionals the opportunity to earn a Certificate in Dental Laboratory Management through an intensive two-day course. For the full schedule and to register for NADL University please click the link below.
NADL members now have the option to utilize StatimRX, a full-service logistics solution designed to streamline connections between dental labs, clinicians, and patients with same-day delivery options. This cutting-edge platform features HIPAA-trained drivers, real-time tracking, and a secure cloud-based system for managing deliveries and billing across multiple locations.
For dental laboratories looking for fast, cost-effective, and secure logistics support, this new benefit is a game-changer! Details below.
NADL Leadership Development Series
Weekly classes from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Thursday, April 17th - Thursday, May 15th
Speaker: Melissa Laughon
NADL, in collaboration with Melissa Laughon of Catch Your Limit Consulting, is excited to announce the return of the NADL Leadership Development Series. This dynamic five-week virtual program is designed to enhance leadership confidence and provide the tools needed to foster a culture of engagement and innovation within your team.
NADL is hosting it's Fall Daze program on Friday, October 25, 2024. This virtual event will provide 3.5 hours of NBC approved CDT/RG credits through a series of sessions focused on topics such as digital technology, financial and risk management, and regulatory compliance. Registration is open until October 18, with a discounted rate for NADL members. For more details and to view the full schedule, visit the NADL Fall Daze website.
NADL invites you to attend Two Days of Professional Management Education at NADL University in Tempe, Arizona at The Tempe Mission Palms Hotel, running from September 26th-27th, 2024. The application deadline is August 25, 2024.
For more information regarding courses, the full schedule, and application information, please visit https://www.nadl.org/nadl-university.
