Lee Culp, CDT

Lee Culp, CDT

Lee is the CEO of Sculpture Studios, and is a recognized pioneer in Digital Dentistry and advanced functional aesthetic dentistry. He holds true to a belief that the attainment of perfection in restorative dentistry can only be harnessed through a unique combination of skillful application coupled with superior knowledge. As a world-renowned innovator and educator, he maintains an unparalleled focus and commitment to understanding the revolutionary, often complex, changes that continue to influence modern aesthetic dentistry. Thus, he lends his vision and talent to developing, throughout dentistry and within his laboratory, the related materials and communications standards necessary to ensure the most realistic opportunities for success and gratification for those discriminating dental professionals who maintain a higher profile, cutting-edge practice philosophy.

He is a leading resource/inventor for many of the materials, products, and techniques used in dentistry today, and holds numerous patents for his ideas and products. Lee writes many articles per year, and his writing, photography, and teaching style have brought him international recognition, as one of today’s most exciting lecturers and innovative artisans in the specialty of digital dentistry, dental ceramics and functional esthetics.

enhancing doctor and dental lab communication

Enhancing Doctor & Dental Lab Communication in the Digital Age

By: Lee Culp, CDTThis article originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Culp granted permission for igniteDDS to share…

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Going From Conventional to Digital Denture Fabrication

By: Lee Culp, CDTThis article originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. igniteDDS was granted permission to share with our…

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Advancing Implant Dentistry Through Digital Precision

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Shifting ‘The Locus of Control’ Towards a True Partnership

By Dr. Brad Weiss | September 27, 2024

By: Brad WeissThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Weiss granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. As a maximizer, I’m always tweaking processes to try to make things a little better. A few years back on the advice of a wise mentor, I made a small change to the last question I…

Building & Maintaining a Strong, Committed Dental Team: A Comprehensive Guide for Long-Term Success 

By Dawn Patrick | September 25, 2024

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach + Director of Operations IGNITEDDS  The success of any dental practice is rooted in the strength of its team. As a dentist and business owner, the challenge of managing a team while balancing clinical duties can feel overwhelming. However, creating a culture of engagement, accountability, and commitment is crucial for…

Solea Dental Laser Transformation

By Dr. Anthony Bolamperti, DDS | September 23, 2024

By: Dr. Anthony Bolamperti, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Bolamperit granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Every doctor who invests in a Solea dental laser has a transformation. Every transformation may be a little different, but they all have common threads that tie us together. My transformation began earlier than…

Individualized Patient Details for Lifelong Relationships

By Dr. DeAnne Blazek, DDS | September 20, 2024

By: DeAnne Blazek DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Blazek granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. We see many patients daily and, it’s hard to remember all of them. You may remember their dental concerns or recall your work once you examined but not the people themselves. Keeping an individualized notebook…

Embracing Balance in Dentistry: Dr. Naved Fatmi on Avoiding Burnout

By Dr. Naved Fatmi | September 18, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH In the fast-paced world of dentistry, balancing practice demands with personal well-being can often feel like walking a tightrope. Burnout, a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress, looms as a serious risk. Fortunately, Dr. Naved Fatmi’s…

Exceeding Dental Patient Expectations

By Dr. Timothy Anderson, DDS | September 16, 2024

A Practice of Exceeding Dental Patient Expectation By: Timothy Anderson, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Anderson granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Patient-Centered, Technology-Driven Culture A few years ago, I did the crazy thing of starting a dental practice from scratch. Naturally, there were some hurdles and struggles, specifically doing…

What is Function and Aesthetics in Dentistry?

By Dr. Neeraj Khanna, DDS | September 13, 2024

By: Dr. Neeraj KhannaTopic originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com. Dr. Khanna granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Let’s face it – it’s an image-conscious world we live in. Patients often walk into dental offices with a single goal: achieving that perfect smile (while treating other underlying issues.) However, this focus on aesthetics can…

Navigating Financial Pitfalls in Dentistry: Insights from Dr. Naved Fatmi

By Dr. Naved Fatmi | September 11, 2024

Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Welcome back to another episode of Dental Fuel, the podcast that delves into the rarely discussed middle stages of dental practices—the mistakes and learnings that shape success. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Dr. Naved Fatmi return to share his valuable…

From Erbium to Solea: Falling in Love with Pediatric Dentistry Again

By Dr. Jennifer Bryk Hechko, DDS, MS, FAAPD | September 9, 2024

By: Jennifer Bryk Hechko, DDS, MS, FAAPDTopic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Hechko granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. My Solea Story started back in May of 2017 when I purchased a practice that had an erbium laser. That laser served as a really nice coat rack for a couple of years…

Going Beyond Traditional Dentistry To Improve Dental Care

By Dr. Bill Gregg, DDS | September 6, 2024

By: Bill Gregg DDSTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Lately, we see a positive tendency of the dental profession to improve the approach to how we take care of our patients. The fear most patients have of the dentist usually comes from traditional dentistry, when…