Dental Lab FAQs for UK Dentists

Send us a message with the case type and how you’re sending it (scan or impression).

If you have photos or a rough plan, include them. We’ll confirm what we need and the cleanest next step.

We support UK dentists with crown and bridge work, veneers, implant restorations and denture work, plus digital planning and case collaboration where needed.

Yes. We plan cases digitally from scan or digitised impression through to final design.

We share review points so you can approve key decisions before manufacture.

Yes. We pour impressions in high-quality stone and scan them using a 3Shape lab scanner so your case can follow a digital workflow.

Share info@elevatedental.co.uk with your scanner provider and ask them to connect you.

If you get stuck, contact the lab and we’ll help.

A scan or impression plus clear photos helps us hit shade, texture, and shape.

If possible, include: full smile, smile at rest, retracted views, and occlusal views.

If you’re unsure, send what you have and we’ll advise.

Use our PDF lab ticket.

Some devices download it automatically. Others open it in a new tab, then you can save it.

Typically around 3 weeks, with faster options available on request for suitable cases.

Times depend on case type, review steps, and delivery logistics.

Remakes are assessed case-by-case.

We review what happened and agree any charges based on findings. The aim is fairness and clarity.

We support all implant systems.

If it’s new to us, we may ask for an extra week on the first case to allow for research and ordering.

Monthly statements are issued at the beginning of each month.

Payment is by bank transfer, with 30 days to the end of the following month.

Cheques can be accepted if needed.