
Supply costs
Lab fees are rising faster than your crown reimbursement — what to do about it
Outside lab costs for crowns, dentures, and appliances have climbed steadily, squeezing the margin on cases that once reliably covered overhead.
Composite and PPE pricing, lab fee trends, and the supply-chain math that determines what's actually left after a procedure is billed.

Outside lab costs for crowns, dentures, and appliances have climbed steadily, squeezing the margin on cases that once reliably covered overhead.

Per-procedure supply cost has crept up steadily since the pandemic-era PPE spike, and most practices haven't repriced procedures to match.
Working-capital lines and equipment financing smooth the gap between a CAD-CAM mill purchase and the insurance reimbursement cycle. Compare rates from vetted partners and see who fits your practice.