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Frequently Asked Questions
What services you provide?
Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. is a full-service custom orthodontic laboratory. We offer several types of active and passive retainer designs. We take pride in the quality of our wire bending and acrylic finishing. We offer a full selection of acrylic colors and designs. Please be sure to reference our Color Guide and the Acrylic Decal Designs when ordering retainers. We look forward to receiving a case from your practice.
I am a new customer, I would like to work with Universal Orthodontic Lab.
Our customer support team is ready to assist you. Feel free to contact us at
877-771-0770. Or simply fill out the new customer questionnaire form here, then one of our friendly customer team will contact you.
Does Universal Orthodontic Lab receive 3D cases?
Universal Orthodontic Lab provides Digital Prescription Application. It is web base application to submit, manage, and track all your orthodontic lab prescriptions and it is to create patient appliances. Feel free to contact us at 877-771-0770 or click here for more information.
What are the business hours of Universal Orthodontic Lab?
Universal Orthodontic Lab normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (PST).
What is the processing time?
We aspire to provide the best turn around time in the United States. Standard orthodontic cases require up to 7 business days in-house, while complex orthodontic cases may require up to 10 business days in-house. Restorative cases may also require up to 10 business days in-house. If you need your case expedited, Universal Lab provides a rush service for a fee. Rush cases may be completed in 4 business days or less. All cases are shipped out via FedEx 2-day shipping unless stated otherwise by the clinician. Third-party local delivery services are also available. Please give us a call for more information!
What address should I use to send a case to Universal Orthodontic Lab?
Please send your cases to 11917 Front Street, Norwalk, CA 90650. For your convenience, we provide packaging and shipping materials to you at no cost. To request supplies, please call customer support team at 877-771-0770 or complete printable PDF form on our web page.
What is the Universal Digital Prescription?
Universal Digital Prescription (UNIVERSAL RX) is software to submit, manage, and track all your orthodontic lab prescriptions and it is to create patient appliance, aligner, and indirect bonding prescriptions.
What is a STL file?
STL file is a general file format used in manufacturing. This file type is used for scanning applications in the dental and orthodontic industry.
Can I receive my case at different locations?
You can fill the address where you want to receive on lab slip. If you are using Universal Web Application, you are able to register multiple locations and simply choose one when you submit your case.
How can I send you a digital case?
You can easily send your STL file to Universal Orthodontic Lab. You can submit your STL file with digital Rx sheet by using the UNIVERSAL RX Application. Or simply upload your STL files on our STL Cloud Service.
Where can I get your prescription sheet?
There are two ways to get Rx sheets. One way is to download Rx sheets on our website. You will find the downloadable Rx sheets on ‘Downloadable Forms’ page under Support tab. Another way is to request pre-printed rx sheets by calling our customer support team at 877-771-0770. Or you can submit digital Rx sheet by using the UNIVERSAL RX Application.
Do you provide shipping boxes and label?
Yes, we provide packaging and shipping materials to you at no cost. To request supplies, please call customer service team at 877-771-0770 or complete printable PDF form on our web page. PDF form will be found on ‘Downloadable Forms’ page under Support tap
Do you have price lists?
Yes, we do, the price list is provided by our customer support team via e-mail or fax. Please contact our friendly customer service staff for further assistance.
Do you have product list?
Yes, we do have. Downloadable PDF Catalog can be found on our website for your convenience. Please download at ‘Download Forms’ page under Support tab or click here to be redirected to the download page.
Do you provide customized appliance?
At Universal Orthodontic Lab, we understand the need of the customized appliances, our professional technicians will be able to customize any appliance for your patient needs. Please contact our customer support team for evaluation at 877-771-0770.
Where is my case?
We ship the majority of our cases back to our customers via FEDEX. You can call our customer support team at 877-771-0770 and we will track your case.
Should I pay by invoice or statement?
Either method is acceptable; however, most of our customers prefer to pay by the monthly statement.
My appliance is broken
At Universal Orthodontic Lab, we understand how difficult is losing or breaking the retainer could it be. We provide reasonable price for repair to our customers. Our professional technicians will be able to help you. Please contact our customer support team for evaluation at 877-771-0770.
I received a wrong appliance.
At Universal Orthodontic Lab, we understand how hard receiving wrong appliances could be. We provide prompt solutions and reasonable adjustments in the worst scenario. Our Customer Service Department will be able to answer any questions and prompt respond for an emergency case scenario. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 877-771-0770.
Do you have appliance warranty program?
We back all of our appliances for 60 days, please contact our customer support team for any questions related to warranty policy.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, checks and money orders. Please make sure checks payable to Universal Orthodontic Lab when you send us checks. If you prefer, we can set up your account so that your credit card is automatically charged at the beginning of each month with the amount due on your statement. Please call our customer service department at 877-771-0770 for more detail information.
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General Support / 3D Case Support
Our friendly Customer Support Team is standing by to answer your questions. Please contact us at 877-771-0770, or shoot us an email at customerservice@uniortholab.com