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Joe Andrasko is the Milling Sales Manager here at Voxel Dental, our expert in all things Dental Milling. Joe brings more than 20 years of experience in the dental technology industry, with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively guide and advise practitioners on digital imaging and CAD/CAM technology decisions. Joe started his career in the dental field. He started at Carestream Dental in 2005 as a technical solutions engineer where he not only built up a strong base of experience and expertise in digital x-ray imaging, but also the expectations and needs of customers. Joe continued to become the Director of Product Management for Carestream Dental’s imaging portfolio, including the CAD/CAM solutions portfolio and Dental Imaging Software. In this role, Andrasko monitored quality assurance processes, regulatory concerns, customer service, as well as internal and external documentation and training. He also served as the voice of the customer throughout the development process. Most recently prior to working at Voxel, he served as Vice President of Business Development for 3DISC’s industry leading digital impression solutions. In this role, Joe oversaw departments where he was responsible for delivering solution-focused training programs and service to customers. Joe attended the Georgia Institute of Technology studying Electrical Engineering and currently lives in the Metro Atlanta area.
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Same-day crowns have moved well beyond “nice-to-have” technology. For many practices, chairside dentistry has become a core business driver, improving patient experience, increasing operational efficiency, and creating long-term financial upside.
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Efficiency is profitability. That's why many doctors are turning to "same-day crowns" as a game-changer in terms of operational control and, importantly, efficiency.
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In the fast-evolving world of digital dentistry, the Perfit Ovis chairside milling system represents a turning point for single-visit restorations.
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As demand for clear aligners continues to soar, orthodontic practices and labs are constantly seeking smarter, faster, and more cost-effective solutions to scale their operations. Enter the Trimlign2 by Ortho-Automation—a next-generation robotic aligner trimming system engineered to maximize throughput, reduce labor costs, and streamline your workflow.
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As digital orthodontics continues to evolve, the demand for precision, efficiency, and automation in aligner production has never been higher. One of the most critical steps in the clear aligner manufacturing process is trimming—a step that ensures aligners have smooth, comfortable edges that fit precisely to a patient's dental anatomy. The Trimlign2 is a revolutionary aligner trimming system that is redefining how orthodontic labs and practices streamline their clear aligner finishing process.
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Known originally for their injet printers, Roland has since explored applications in dentistry - particularly in dental milling. Their dental milling suite is designed to simplify production and improve both practice efficiency doctors and lab technicians.
Dental milling machines have revolutionized restorative dentistry, allowing for the precise fabrication of crowns, bridges, inlays, and other dental prosthetics with exceptional accuracy and efficiency.
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Zirconia has become the material of choice for modern dental restorations, combining strength, biocompatibility, and aesthetics to deliver long-lasting, natural-looking results. Whether you’re fabricating crowns, bridges, or full-arch restorations, selecting the right zirconia blocks or pucks for your milling machine is essential for achieving precision and quality.
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Staining and glazing are essential steps in creating lifelike, esthetic dental crowns that blend seamlessly with a patient’s natural dentition. These finishing techniques enhance the crown's color, translucency, and surface texture, ensuring both durability and esthetics.
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One of the most transformative innovations in dentistry is the fully digital workflow, where practices can now seamlessly integrate intraoral scanning, CAD/CAM design, and in-office milling to create precise, same-day restorations. For practices looking to maximize efficiency, reduce patient wait times, and improve overall outcomes, mastering this digital workflow is essential.
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So you’re thinking about dental milling? So are many of the doctors we work with!
Today, we’re answering some of the most common questions we’ve heard related to dental milling, from the most basic to the more advanced.
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