Episode · 10 Dent Micro Podcast
The Difference Between Cost and Value When Choosing Materials with Scott Mappin
29 Jan 2026 · 14 min
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Scott Mappin, CEO of Strategy Milling reveals how precious metals are making a comeback—and why you shouldn't overlook gold in your practice. Discover the surprising truth about cost, longevity, and patient value that could transform your approach and boost your profitability. In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the evolution from traditional gold crowns to zirconia, the innovations powering the resurgence of precious metals, and what the dental industry might be missing. Scott shares insights from building North America's first precious metal milling facility, the challenges of…
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10 Dent Micro Podcast
10 Dent Micro Podcast with Michael McCarthy and Matthew Petchel · Business · English
Dental industry gurus and creative minds Michael McCarthy and Matthew Petchel have come together to create a fast-paced, never-boring 10 minute podcast where we ask a wide range of guests 3 questions and get them to share stories, wisdom and failures.
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