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Gary Vaugn

CDT, CTO

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Gary Vaugn

CDT, CTO

Gary Vaughn brings nearly 45 years of bench experience and an unwavering passion for helping esthetically focused dentists create beautiful, functional smiles. For the past seven years, Gary has been an integral part of the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum, where he continues to lead with both expertise and enthusiasm.

His journey began in 1979 when he purchased a seven-person lab from his mentor, Steven R. Vincent. From the start, Gary was driven to master the most advanced restorative techniques of the time, seeking hands-on training with refractory and foil veneer methods from Pentron and Ceramco in the early 1980s. As pressable ceramics emerged, he trained with Ivoclar Vivadent, learning cutback and layering techniques that added depth and realism to his aesthetic work.

Gary’s commitment to excellence also led him to the renowned Pankey Institute, where he deepened his understanding of occlusion, and more recently, he expanded his clinical knowledge through Myotronics Level 1 and 2 programs. A proud supporter of the National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL), he maintains his CDT certification in Ceramics and actively contributes to continuing education programs through PAC.

From 2007 to 2012, Gary was a key participant in the UCLA Aesthetic Continuum and managed the Southern California division of Frontier Dental Laboratory until 2013. Over his career, he has crafted tens of thousands of restorations and has played a direct role in the preparation, fabrication, and delivery of more than 1,200 veneers across programs in California and Canada.

Today, Gary proudly serves as PAC’s Chief Technical Officer, combining his technical mastery and lifelong love of learning to help elevate every case he touches.