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Louisiana Dental Implant Lab

A Lafayette implant laboratory milling the abutments, bars and crowns behind local implant cases.

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(337) 534-0850WebsiteUpdated Aug 22, 2026

About Louisiana Dental Implant Lab

Every implant restoration has two authors: the clinician who places the fixture in bone, and the laboratory that fabricates whatever attaches to it. Louisiana Dental Implant Lab works the second half, from a suite on Settlers Trace Boulevard in south Lafayette. Its output is the hardware patients rarely see itemised on a treatment plan, including custom titanium and zirconia abutments, milled titanium bars that carry a full-arch prosthesis, and the implant crowns and superstructures that finish a case. Dentists send work here; patients generally arrive through their treating dentist rather than by booking directly.

If you are researching implants and have landed on this listing, the thing worth understanding is what your restoration is actually made of. A stock abutment is machined to a generic shape and the crown has to adapt to it. A custom abutment is milled to your specific emergence profile, the contour where the restoration passes through the gum, which usually yields a cleaner tissue shape and a better seal at the margin. Titanium and zirconia also behave differently: titanium is stronger and well proven but can read grey through thin front-tooth tissue, while zirconia is more aesthetic and slightly more brittle under heavy load. Ask your dentist which is planned for your case and where it will be made, because turnaround and remake policy both change when the laboratory is local.

The lab runs a CAD/CAM workflow, moving from digital design to precision milling, and manufactures the Vortex screw, a patented component of its own, alongside its restorative work. Proximity has a practical payoff during full-arch cases: when a bar needs a try-in adjustment or a milled framework has to be reworked, the case can travel back and forth in hours instead of shipping days. Dr. Danny Domingue is associated with the operation, which keeps the work tied to clinical practice rather than pure manufacturing.

Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8am to 5pm, with an early 2pm close on Friday, and the Settlers Trace address sits in the River Ranch part of Lafayette, minutes from the cluster of implant and surgical practices along Kaliste Saloom and Ambassador Caffery. That closeness is largely the point, since most of the offices sending cases are a short drive away. If you are a patient rather than a dentist, the useful takeaway is a set of questions for your own consultation: ask whether your restoration is being milled locally, what material is planned, and what happens if the fit needs revising after delivery.

Louisiana Dental Implant Lab is a dental laboratory on Settlers Trace Boulevard rather than a walk-in clinic. It fabricates the components that finish implant treatment, including custom titanium and zirconia abutments, milled titanium bars for full-arch prostheses and implant crowns, on a CAD/CAM workflow, and manufactures its own patented Vortex screw. Cases arrive from treating dentists rather than directly from patients, and being local shortens turnaround when a bar or framework needs adjusting mid-case.

Clinic Details

Best Known For

Dental Implants, Dental Crowns, Dentures

Business Hours

Monday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM2:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
Sunday(Today)Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

Can patients book an appointment here directly?
This is a dental laboratory rather than a treating clinic. The work done here is fabrication: custom abutments, milled titanium bars, implant crowns and full-arch frameworks, produced for the dentists and surgeons who are treating the patient. If you are a patient, your route in is through your own dentist, who decides which laboratory produces your restoration and who handles the try-in and fit appointments in the chair.
What is the difference between a stock and a custom abutment?
A stock abutment is machined to a generic shape, so the crown has to adapt around it. A custom abutment is milled to your specific emergence profile, the contour where the restoration passes through the gum, which generally produces a cleaner tissue shape and a better margin seal. Custom components cost more and add a design step to the workflow, and they matter most on front teeth and where gum tissue is thin.
Titanium or zirconia for an implant restoration?
The two materials behave differently. Titanium is stronger and thoroughly proven, but its grey colour can show through thin gum tissue at the front of the mouth. Zirconia is tooth-coloured and better suited to visible sites, though it is more brittle and less forgiving under heavy bite forces. The decision belongs to your dentist in conversation with you, based on implant position, your bite, and tissue thickness.

Location

Services Offered

Dental ImplantsBone GraftingOral SurgeryFull Mouth RehabilitationDental Crowns

Reviews

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B***2 months ago

I've worked with a lot of dental labs over the years, and Louisiana Dental Implant Lab is hands down the best lab I've worked with. Their attention to detail is incredible, and they consistently deliver cases exactly as prescribed. Crowns, bridges, and implant restorations routinely go in with little to no adjustment, which is something every dentist appreciates. They follow instructions to a T, communicate well, and make even complex cases feel predictable. A big part of that is Danny Domingue and his team. Danny genuinely cares about the outcome of every case and takes great pride in his work, and it shows. The biggest compliment I can give them is that I never worry when I send a case their way. I know it's going to come back right, and that level of consistency is hard to find.

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P***3 months ago

Awesome dental lab and great service. I never have to adjust their crowns.

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T***4 months ago
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A***4 months ago

I have had an excellent experience working with Louisiana Dental Implant Lab, and I can confidently say they are one of the most reliable and high-quality labs I’ve partnered with. Their attention to detail, consistency, and craftsmanship are truly outstanding. The restorations consistently demonstrate excellent fit, precise margins, and natural esthetics. Whether it’s crowns, bridges, or implant-supported cases, the final products require minimal to no adjustments chairside, which greatly improves efficiency and patient satisfaction. What truly sets this lab apart is their clear and effective communication. The team is always accessible, responsive, and proactive in discussing cases. They provide fast, thoughtful feedback and are never hesitant to reach out if clarification is needed, which helps prevent issues before they arise. I also greatly appreciate their innovative approach to problem-solving. For more complex or challenging cases, they offer creative and practical solutions that enhance both function and esthetics. Their integration of modern digital workflows and advanced materials further contributes to highly predictable and successful outcomes. Turnaround times are consistently fast and reliable, without any compromise in quality. It’s clear that the lab values both efficiency and excellence. Overall, this lab exemplifies professionalism, precision, clear communication, and forward-thinking innovation. I highly recommend them to any clinician looking for a dependable partner that consistently delivers exceptional results.

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M***4 months ago

Excellent experience with Louisiana Dental Implant Lab. Outstanding precision, accurate margins, and well-balanced occlusion in every case. Reliable turnaround, smooth digital workflow, and professional communication. Highly recommended for high-quality implant and prosthetic work.

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J***4 months ago

I have worked with this lab on multiple cases and have not had any hiccups or complaints. From the customer service and communication to the turn around time, they are incredible. The quality, precision, and overall knowledge is 2nd to none! I look forward to continuing to work with this lab!

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J***4 months ago

We’ve had an excellent experience working with this implant lab. The quality of their work is consistently outstanding, with precise fit and great esthetics. Turnaround times are reliable, and communication is always clear and responsive. They’ve become a trusted partner in helping us deliver high-quality care to our patients. Highly recommend.

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