Quick overview
Dental labs relied on paperwork and fragmented communication. The goal was a cloud-based system to manage the full lifecycle of lab work, reducing clerical overhead and improving operational visibility.
Where the system was failing
- Paperwork-heavy case handling and manual coordination.
- Inconsistent case tracking and fragmented dentist-technician communication.
- Limited real-time progress visibility leading to delays and rework.
- No structured performance, material usage, or workload analytics.
What we changed
- Built a modular cloud-based SaaS platform that digitizes the entire case lifecycle from intake to delivery.
- Automated clerical tasks and added real-time operational dashboards.
- Implemented role-based access for dentists, technicians, and admins.
- Logged material usage and lab activity to create a consistent operational record.
How we executed
We designed the platform as a modular SaaS system with clear separation of system logic and UI. Authentication and permissions plus workflow progression were implemented to reflect real lab operations, with analytics surfaced via dashboards.
Results
- Consistent case tracking from intake to delivery.
- Reduced clerical workload through automation.
- Real-time visibility into operations and performance.
- More structured communication between dentists and technicians.
- Improved output consistency through controlled workflows.
Technology stack
Next.js (App Router)
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS + shadcn/ui
NextAuth
Zustand