Robert B. (Ben) Lee

Laboratory Manager, Research Support

B.S., University of Florida
Certificate in Dental Technology, Career Academy, Atlanta

Main Interests:

I work on Dr. Anusavice’s grant sponsored ceramics research and am the Laboratory Manager for the Dental Biomaterial labs and a Dental Technician, Dental Biomaterials has a significant amount of scientific testing equipment used by many researchers in the college of dentistry as well as other collaborators. I consult with researchers in their testing and sample design preparation. Also, I have an advisory duty for the researchers to make sure the testing preparation and results meet their objectives. I assist Dr. Anusavice in grant preparation and obtaining preliminary data. As well, I ensure that the current research projects are compatible with the proposed research aims.

I am a dental technician and am fabricating three unit all ceramic bridges testing a new material for a manufacturer. While I do not do any other clinical cases or work for students, I have taught several students how to fabricate Empress crowns and veneers for their patients.

Selected Publications:

Esquivel-Upshaw JF, Anusavice KJ, Reid M, Yang MCK, Lee RB (2001). Fracture resistance of all-ceramic and metal-ceramic inlays. Int J Prosthodont 14(2):109-114.

Anusavice KJ, Shen C, Lee RB (1992). Strengthening of feldspathic porcelain by ion exchange and tempering. J Dent Res 71(5): 1134-1138.

Anusavice KJ, Lee RB (1989). Effect of firing temoerature and water exposure on crack propagation in unglazed porcelain. J Dent Res 68(6): 1075-1081.

Anusavice KJ, DeHoff PH, Gray A, Lee RB (1988). Delayed crack development in porcelain due to incompatibility stress. J Dent Res 67(8):1086-1091.

Coffey JP, Anusavice KJ, DeHoff PH, Lee RB (1988). Influence of contraction mismatch and cooling rate on flexural failure of PFM systems. J Dent Res 67(1): 61-65.