#8 – Vicki Thomas: Savvy Strategies for Running a Profitable Dental Lab

Vicki Thomas, founder of Savvy Lab Solutions, joins the Evolution of Dental Podcast to share practical strategies for helping small and independent dental labs stay competitive in an increasingly commodified industry. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Vicki breaks down smart digital workflows, outsourcing strategies, buying power through community, and how lab owners can improve profitability without sacrificing quality or work-life balance. This episode is packed with real-world insight for lab owners navigating growth, technology, and long-term sustainability.

Source video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9D4pNZpRSeU
License: Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY)

Chapters

• (00:00:06) - Intro
• (00:01:03) - Let's Get Savvy
• (00:04:26) - Making Growth Possible
• (00:11:34) - Training the Next Generation
• (00:19:08) - Outsourcing, Teamwork, and Profit Strategy
• (00:31:28) - Communication and Sustainable Lab Life
• (00:41:33) - Outro