Master Ceramist
Naoki Hayaski
Naoki Hayashi graduated from Osaka Dental University (Japan) in 1992. Soon after graduation, he worked at the National Dental Laboratory in Japan.
Among other major accomplishments are Naoki's two publications, "A Diary -Through the Lens", published by Quintessence Publishing in 2005 and "Past <<Future -Envision 77 Heart Beats-", published by Ishiyaku Publishing in 2010. Both publications are very useful guides for dentists and technicians. He has also published over 30 articles, several of which are translated into nine languages and published internationally.
Currently, Naoki works as a master ceramist and is the president of Ultimate Styles Dental Laboratory in Irvine, CA. In addition to his lab work, he conducts lectures & workshops all over the world. He shares his knowledge and skills by offering many hands-on workshops and teaches current trends in dental technology and treatment planning. He is also an international instructor and advisor for Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., a dental supply company.
Naoki works to continuously utilize the best methods for esthetic porcelain restorations to achieve the greatest results, exceeding the dentist's expectations and meeting their patients' esthetic needs.
Further solidifying his contributions to the field, Hayashi became an Associate Member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED) in 2018 and was honored as a Fellow of the AAED in 2024.
His ultimate goal is to apply the most advanced techniques in esthetic porcelain restorations, delivering results that exceed dentists' expectations and fulfill patients' esthetic needs.
However, his journey does not end here. Naoki Hayashi continues to work alongside highly skilled and talented technicians, striving for excellence in every aspect of his craft. With a deep commitment to education and innovation, he dedicates his efforts to passing on his extensive knowledge and expertise to the next generation of dental professionals.