Where It All Started
Lodi, Ca
The working orthodontic lab where all of the hands on experience, product testing and practical problem solving began.
Try an equipment name, manufacturer, model, review or workflow.
Real Products. Real Testing. Real Results.
Independent equipment reviews, real orthodontic lab testing, educated buying guidance and trusted product and equipment sales through carefully selected partners.
Where It Started. Where It Led.
Every brand has a different role. Every brand shares the same mission. Helping doctors and orthodontic labs achieve predictable, consistent results for every patient.
Together we support orthodontic laboratories and orthodontic practices through education, honest product reviews, trusted equipment partnerships and practical solutions.
Where It All Started
The working orthodontic lab where all of the hands on experience, product testing and practical problem solving began.
Discover and Document
Bringing you media, product reviews, lab and manufacturers tours, interviews and educational content from inside the orthodontic lab industry.
Test and Evaluate
Independent testing, detailed scorecards and final ratings built around the 7 step PROVE IT review process.
Select and Implement
From helping you choose the right equipment to coordinating the purchase, installation, training and long term support. Orthodontic Lab Solutions works with trusted manufacturers and distributors to help labs make confident purchasing decisions and avoid costly mistakes.
Independent Editorial Standards
For nearly 30 years, I've owned and operated orthodontic labs in Northern California. During that time I've built multiple ortho labs, redesigned workflows and implemented new technology to help our lab become more efficient and consistent. We were also proud to become the first fully digital orthodontic lab in Northern California. Along the way I've made some great investments and some costly mistakes, but every lesson has come from working in a real production environment where quality, consistency and efficiency matter every single day.
I created Ortho Outlaw because I couldn't find the kind of honest, practical information I was looking for before making major purchasing decisions. Most of what I found came from marketing departments or sales people, instead of labs who actually depend on these products and equipment every day. The resources I was looking for simply didn't exist. My goal is to provide the kind of guidance I wish I had years ago, built on real laboratory testing, long term use and hands on experience.
Everything you'll find here is evaluated from the perspective of an ortho lab owner, not a salesperson. Every review, scorecard and recommendation is based on real world performance, not manufacturer claims, paid rankings or sponsored opinions. If a product earns my recommendation, it's because it proved itself in a working orthodontic lab and delivered real value where it matters most.
That same philosophy is the foundation of Orthodontic Lab Solutions. As an authorized reseller for carefully selected manufacturers and trusted industry partners, I only represent products and equipment I genuinely believe in and would confidently use in my own lab. My goal has never been to sell you equipment. My goal is to help you make informed decisions, avoid costly mistakes and invest in solutions that are right for your laboratory.
I don't represent products because I'm an authorized reseller. I'm an authorized reseller because I believe in the products I represent.
Whether you're researching your next piece of equipment, upgrading your workflow or building a new lab from the ground up, I hope this Equipment Resource Center gives you the knowledge, confidence and honest guidance to make informed decisions and invest in solutions that are right for your labs needs. And if you ever need help planning a new lab, redesigning your workflow, selecting equipment/products or navigating the buying process, I'm always happy to help.
If I wouldn't buy it for my own lab, I won't recommend it for yours.
Jason Dyas Ortho Outlaw
THE 7 STEP PROVE IT PROCESS
Talk Is Cheap.
Every Product Has to PROVE IT.
All products tested must prove itself through the same 7 step real world evaluation process.
Only then can it earn an official Ortho Outlaw rating.
Identify a production problem, review the manufacturer's claims and decide if the product is worth a shot in an ortho lab.
Document unboxing, installation, setup requirements, learning curve and everything needed to get up and running.
Put the product to work on real cases inside an active orthodontic lab to evaluate everyday performance, reliability and workflow impact.
Study production, reliability, maintenance, customer support, ROI value and overall consistency during everyday lab production.
Calculate performance, workflow impact, limitations and available alternatives against the manufacturer's claims and real world expectations.
Decide whether the product has proven itself, earns a place in an ortho lab or practice and if it's worth the investment.
Tally the scorecard, explain the trade offs and deliver the final recommendation.
THE STANDARD
Is there a product or piece of equipment the orthodontic community has been talking about? Let us know. We may feature it in an upcoming review.
Have a product or equipment you want us to test? Prove It!
Currently in the Lab
Testing Takes Time.
Follow the Process.
See what is being installed, evaluated and used in production before the final reviews are published.
Does automation actually pay for itself?
Putting automated wire bending to the test to measure real production gains, technician efficiency, consistency, long term reliability and overall return on investment.
100% through the evaluation
Which welding system belongs in today's orthodontic lab?
Comparing laser and arc welding systems to see which delivers the best precision, repair quality, ease of use, learning curve and long term value.
100% through the evaluation
Which pressure forming system belongs in today’s orthodontic lab?
Putting the Mayku Multiplier through real production testing to evaluate forming consistency, material compatibility, workflow, capacity and long term value.
25% through the evaluation
Does this appliance improve the experience for the lab, doctor and patient?
Evaluating lab fabrication, clinical workflow, patient experience and overall expansion performance from start to finish.
35% through the evaluation
Can the Formlabs Form 4B become the production printer an orthodontic lab can rely on every day?
Putting the Formlabs Form 4B through real lab production to measure print speed, dimensional accuracy, reliability, material performance, workflow efficiency and long term return on investment.
75% through the evaluation
Is a premium steam cleaner worth the investment?
Determining whether a steam cleaner delivers faster recovery, consistent steam performance, dependable reliability and meaningful improvements to everyday lab workflow.
Testing has not started
Which handpiece system delivers the best combination of reliability, longevity, performance, comfort and overall value?
Comparing three popular dental lab handpiece systems to evaluate reliability, longevity, power, smoothness, precision, ergonomics and overall value for technicians who depend on them every day.
25% through the evaluation
What product or piece of equipment should we put to the test next?
Have an idea for a product, piece of equipment or material you'd like to see reviewed? Let us know. We test products in real orthodontic lab conditions and your suggestion could be featured in a future Lab Tested Outlaw Approved review.
Testing has not started
Before You Invest
The Right Equipment Can Change a Lab.
The Wrong Equipment Can Cost Years.
Major equipment purchases should never be based on specifications alone. Compare the complete picture, including workflow, training, service, consumables, production demands and long term support before making your investment.
Ortho Outlaw on the Trail
From the Lab Bench to the Biggest Events in Orthodontics
We travel to orthodontic labs, manufacturers and major industry meetings across North America and Europe to bring back practical information, new technology and honest conversations.
Follow the trail from the shows we attended in 2025 and 2026 to the destinations already planned for 2027.
The 2025–2027 Trail
Where We've Been.
Where We're Going.
North America's premier dental laboratory event featuring the latest technology, equipment, materials and hands on education.
The world's leading dental trade show showcasing the latest technology, equipment, materials and innovations from around the globe.
The latest orthodontic lab technology, equipment, education and industry conversations, all in one place.
Where orthodontists, orthodontic teams and industry leaders come together to explore innovation, education and the future of orthodontic care.
A West Coast gathering where dental laboratory professionals connect with manufacturers, explore new products and discover the latest innovations.
A regional gathering where orthodontic professionals connect, share ideas and discover practical solutions for today's practices and laboratories.
The latest orthodontic lab technology, equipment, education and industry conversations, all in one place.
Where orthodontists, orthodontic teams and industry leaders come together to explore innovation, education and the future of orthodontic care.
A West Coast gathering where dental laboratory professionals connect with manufacturers, explore new products and discover the latest innovations.
A regional gathering where orthodontic professionals connect, share ideas and discover practical solutions for today's practices and laboratories.
The world's leading dental trade show showcasing the latest technology, equipment, materials and innovations from around the globe.
Hosting a meeting, convention, laboratory open house or training event? Let us know. We are always looking for opportunities to meet the orthodontic community.
Email UsBeyond the Convention Floor
Inside the Labs and Companies Driving Orthodontic Innovation
A great behind the scenes visit with OWL 3D Technology, where we picked up valuable production tips, saw how other orthodontic labs are working and came away with new ideas for our own lab.
Large scale laboratory production, digital workflows and practical tips and tricks from one of the largest orthodontic lab in the United States.
A planned behind the scenes visit to explore orthodontic manufacturing, product development and the history of RMO.
A behind the scenes look at how Dreve supports modern orthodontic and dental labs through 3D printing, thermoforming, materials, equipment and digital workflow technology.
Know a lab or manufacturer we should visit? Let us know.
We’re always looking for interesting orthodontic labs, manufacturers and new technology to feature as we continue traveling and filming across the industry.
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ORTHO OUTLAW MERCH
Follow the Journey.
Wear the Brand.
Every profession has its own identity. Ortho Outlaw was created for the orthodontic community, with apparel, accessories and gear that reflect the people, labs and practices that make this industry what it is.