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

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

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Know Your Patients: One of the Keys to Successful Treatment

By Dr. Mike Crete, DDS | July 19, 2024

By: Mike Crete DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Crete granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Have you ever found yourself explaining a treatment plan to a patient, only to be met with a blank stare and silence for a minute? It’s a common scenario indicating that while the patient…

Redefining Success: Insights from Dental Professionals on Career Fulfillment

By Savanah Craig | July 17, 2024

In a world where the definition of success is often blurred by societal expectations and personal aspirations, two rising dental professionals engage in a candid conversation that demystifies the concept of success. Dr. Craig and Dr. Sartor delve into what it means to achieve success in both personal and professional spheres, particularly in the field…

Innovative Dental Technology Increases Efficiency & Production

By Michael T. Kelly, DMD | July 15, 2024

By: Michael T. Kelly, DMDThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Kelly granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Michael T. Kelly, DMD of Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale is committed to dental excellence and strives to teach others about advancing dental techniques. He and his team successfully utilize innovative dental technology to…

TMJ 101: The Best TMD Treatment Options For Dentists

By Dr. Leonard Hess, DDS | July 12, 2024

By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, commonly referred to as TMD, are a set of conditions affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. With an estimated prevalence of 5-12% in the general population,…

Navigating Patient Expectations: Insights for Early-Career Dentists

By Savanah Craig | July 10, 2024

Dentistry isn’t just about the technical handling of teeth; it involves the complex task of navigating patient expectations, often overshadowed by immediate clinical challenges. The journey of newly graduated dentists Dr. Savanah Craig and Dr. Ronnetta Sartor offers a lens into the intricate balancing act of managing patient desires and maintaining professional integrity. This article…

Breaking Barriers to Care: Innovation in Special Needs Dentistry

By Dr. Laura B. Holena, DDS | July 8, 2024

By: Laura B. Holena, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Holena granted permission for this content to be shared with igniteDDS readers. There is a crisis in special needs dental care, with patients in some cases waiting years and often having to travel long distances to see a dentist who can accommodate them. For…

Interdental Papilla: Esthetic Considerations 

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | July 5, 2024

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Interdental papilla is the part of the gingiva that fills the space between teeth. It has a triangular shape in the anterior region and a concave col in the posterior region of the tooth, which…

DMG DentaMile Desk MC System

By David Rice | July 3, 2024

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Referrals: What Dentists Wish Patients Knew

By Savanah Craig | July 1, 2024

By: Dr. Savanah Craig In the age of Amazon Prime and grocery pick-up, convenience is becoming a higher priority for patients. Our society prizes one-stop shopping above all else and general dentists are working hard to fit this model. More and more dentist are becoming “Super GPS” and taking courses to add more advanced procedures…

Handling Patient’s Denials in Your Practice

By Mary Osborne RDH | June 28, 2024

By: Mary Osborne, RDHThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. IGNITEDDS was permitted to share it with our readers. Helping patients move past denial over their dental health is no easy feat. In your dental practice, you have likely encountered this situation many times.    Resolving denials within a dental practice requires a delicate balance of empathy, patience,…