At The Wyrick Outlook, we work with orthodontic practices across the country to create streamlined systems, stronger teams, and more profitable operations. One area we consistently see practices gain efficiency (and relief!) is by outsourcing their orthodontic lab work.
While many practices start out managing their own in-house lab, the reality is that running a lab requires time, precision, equipment, and ongoing management that can quickly pull focus away from patient care and production. To be frank: it can be a headache!
That’s why we recommend partnering with an experienced, trusted lab. For our clients, that preferred partner is ODL (Orthodent Laboratory): a team we know delivers quality, reliability, and service that align perfectly with the systems we help practices implement.
Here’s why outsourcing your lab work, especially with a partner like ODL, can transform your practice:
1. Consistency You Can Rely On
Quality and consistency are non-negotiables in orthodontics. ODL’s team of expert technicians ensures every appliance is made with precision and accuracy, so you don’t have to worry about remakes or adjustments eating up chair time.
By outsourcing to a professional lab that lives and breathes appliance design, you gain predictable results and greater confidence in every case.
2. Reduced Overhead and Simplified Operations
In-house labs often come with hidden costs — from equipment maintenance and supplies to training and staffing. Outsourcing to ODL eliminates those burdens.
Instead of worrying about turnover, repairs, or wasted materials, you pay for exactly what you need, when you need it. It’s clean, simple, and cost-effective. This frees up time within your practice to focus on patient experience and growth.
3. More Time to Focus on What Matters
When your team isn’t tied up in lab production, they’re available to focus on patient relationships, efficiency systems, and day-to-day operations that actually move the needle.
At The Wyrick Outlook, we coach practices on creating systems that reduce chaos and increase clarity. And we are big advocates for outsourcing to make your lives easier – it’s one of the simplest ways to remove unnecessary friction from your schedule.
4. Access to Cutting-Edge Technology Without the Price Tag
ODL stays at the forefront of orthodontic innovation — offering digital workflows, 3D-printed appliances, and advanced materials that meet today’s standards for precision and comfort.
Your practice benefits from the latest advancements without needing to constantly invest in equipment upgrades or retraining staff. That’s efficiency and innovation working hand in hand.
5. Scalable Support as Your Practice Grows
Whether you’re managing a single location or multiple offices, ODL can scale with you. Their systems make it easy to handle increased case volume without sacrificing turnaround time or quality.
That’s especially important for growth-minded practices — you can expand confidently knowing your lab can keep pace.
6. Streamlined Digital Tracking and Communication
ODL’s modern digital systems allow you to track cases in real time, submit prescriptions online, and receive notifications throughout the process.
This kind of visibility eliminates confusion, improves turnaround consistency, and helps your scheduling stay on track — which translates to a smoother patient experience and fewer last-minute reschedules.
7. Improved Team Efficiency and Morale
When practices outsource their lab work, team members are able to return their focus to their roles — clinical care, patient communication, or treatment coordination (instead of juggling lab duties, too.)
We often see a noticeable boost in morale and productivity once practices delegate lab work to a trusted partner. Everyone works in their zone of genius — and that’s where efficiency thrives.
Our Takeaway at The Wyrick Outlook
Outsourcing your orthodontic lab isn’t just a cost decision — it’s a strategic one. It simplifies operations, reduces stress, and ensures your patients receive consistently high-quality appliances every time.
Partnering with a reliable lab like ODL allows orthodontic teams to operate at their best, while providing peace of mind that every appliance will be delivered with accuracy, speed, and care.
If your goal is to run a smoother, more scalable, and more profitable practice, outsourcing your lab is one of the simplest systems you can put in place — and ODL is the partner we trust to help make it happen.
