Very cool CEREC sculptures from Sue!

http://www.dentalcom.net/forum/showthread.php?t=283

CEREC II - Become an Artist!

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ARTIST MAKES art from CEREC II

Take Heart: There are ways to make money after your cerec is obsolete.



CEREC Sculptures

by Laura MacLeod








The original CEREC II Sculpture series using all original components from
genuine Siemens/Sirona used CEREC II machines. This limited edition series
included only 5 sculptures, 2 of which already hang in the offices of Dr.
Klaus Wiedhahn and Dr. Alexandre Lobatch.


Rescued before being destroyed, the artist took the machines completely
apart hand picking the best components. These were carefully cleaned and
prepared for finishing work. The pieces are then arranged to enhance their
own esthetic.



Like the CEREC machines themselves, the paint finishes (Mondrian and
Pollack-esque) complement the innovative nature of these dental CAD/CAM
machines.

Each of these limited edition sculptures are available for $2,900 USD (+ UPS
shipping, anywhere in the world). Free delivery to Chicago mid Winter
meeting (24-27 February 2005) can be arranged. Please contact the artist for
more details: laura_lee_macleod@xxxxxxxxxxx






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#114 04-04-2005, 03:48 PM
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From Patterson's Website

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Unrelated to Costco, but interesting.


Competing Ethically
Patterson fully complies with the antitrust laws and fair trade practices of
the United States and all other applicable jurisdictions.



It is impossible to define every situation in which applicable competition
laws may come into play. However, the following additional specific
guidelines should be observed by all employees.


Never discuss pricing policy with competitors.
Never discuss or imply that Patterson would divide a market with a
competitor or respect a competitor's territory as "off limits" to Patterson.
Never engage in a joint selling activity with a competitor.
Never ask a vendor to cease doing business with a competitor. All
communications with vendors, other than routine business transactions in the
normal course and scope of an employee's job, should be made through the
Marketing Department at the Corporate Office.
Avoid even the appearance of improper or collusive conduct when meeting with
competitors or vendors at trade shows or trade association meetings.
Do not disparage a competitor's or vendor's products or services, even if
Patterson does not carry that vendor's product line.
Never quote a price to a customer unless Patterson is prepared to sell the
product at the quoted price.
Seek guidance from your manager whenever questions arise related to
competitive practices, or if you are uncertain as to whether a particular
action or practice may violate the antitrust laws of the jurisdiction in
which you work. Information is available from your manager or the Human
Resource Department for specific locations.


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#113 03-31-2005, 06:06 PM
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I see a lot of possibilities and bright future for Cerec
even tho... it can't do everything
Attached Images


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#112 03-31-2005, 12:05 PM
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Great synopsis Bill and Joel.
What impact do you think this will have
on the average dentist? (This trend)


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#111 03-31-2005, 10:19 AM
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I agree BillKatz.

In the right hands it may be good,
but when it becomes a marketing
ploy, with the associated costs,
WATCH OUT!





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