From the moment a case enters the lab to the final shipment, Pittman’s multi-step approach incorporates expert evaluation, cutting-edge technology, and rigorous checks to provide peace of mind to dental professionals and their patients.
Step 1: Case Entry QC
Every successful case begins with a solid foundation. Upon arrival, all case materials and instructions are thoroughly reviewed to verify accuracy before production begins. This crucial first step prevents miscommunications and ensures the lab has everything needed to meet the doctor’s expectations.
Step 2: Model and Die QC
After digitization, the physical model and die are carefully examined for accuracy. This check is vital for ensuring that every restoration is built on a reliable, error-free foundation.
Step 3: Scan Preview QC
Digital scans are the cornerstone of modern dentistry. Pittman reviews each scan for clarity and detail, scanning the model and die to ensure a precise virtual representation.
Step 4: Scan Preview QC
Complex scan cases are escalated to experienced specialists for additional scrutiny.
Step 5: Design QC
Next, Pittman’s technicians create a design based on the digital model. The design is evaluated for structural integrity and esthetic alignment with the case requirements. More intricate designs are sent to seasoned specialists for expert oversight.
Step 6: Porcelain QC
Porcelain restorations are reviewed under magnification to confirm accuracy, color match, and material integrity. For complex esthetic cases, the porcelain is reviewed by Pittman’s advanced team of specialists to ensure flawless results.
Step 7: Final QC
Before a case is cleared for shipping, it undergoes a final, comprehensive review. Each item is compared against the original case notes to verify specifications and ensure it meets Pittman’s high standards.
Step 8: Shipping QC
Timeliness is critical. Pittman ensures that every case is securely packaged and shipped via Courier or FEDEX with careful attention to prompt and reliable delivery.
Throughout the process, complex cases are identified and routed to Pittman’s diverse team of dental design and manufacturing experts. This added layer of expertise ensures even the most challenging cases are handled with precision.
Through this detailed 8-step QC process, Pittman Dental Laboratory delivers consistent, high-quality results—case after case.