Eric Kukucka, DD
Vice President of Clinical Removable Prosthetics & Design
Leading the next era of removable & implant prosthetics
Eric Kukucka is a bold leader helping to define the future of removable prosthetics and full arch care. Through digital innovation, clinician support and design systems built for precision, his work helps raise the standard for fit, function and predictability across Aspen Dental practices nationwide.
Areas of expertise & clinical focus:
Removable prosthetics and digital dentures
Intraoral scanning and digital workflows
Clinical training and prosthetic design standards
Active research and development
Education
George Brown College of Applied Arts & Technology
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Eric Kukucka, DD has contributed to conversations around removable prosthetics, digital denture innovation and full arch treatment through industry features, podcast appearances and technical publications. He has given over 50 keynote presentations nationally and internationally including, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Japan. He has also co-authored two textbooks and a textbook being released in June of 2026.
Eric Kukucka
Professional recognition
Ontario Premier’s Award — Science, Technology & Engineering: Recognized for leadership in dental science, technology integration and patient care.
The Denture Center: President and owner of a five-location removable prosthetics and implant-related practice. He also owned and operated a commercial lab serving customers across North America and internationally.
National and international lecturer: Delivered 50+ keynote lectures at leading dental meetings, including those hosted by the American College of Prosthodontists and the American Prosthodontic Society. Eric also gave the keynote speech at the international symposium for JPDA (Japan Plate Denture Association) on digital dentures in 2019.
Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (JPD) – Digital Board: Selected to serve on the Digital Board of a leading peer-reviewed prosthodontics journal, reflecting recognized expertise and contributions to the field.
3Shape Global Advisory Board: Membership on the 3Shape Global Advisory Board is by invitation only and limited to internationally recognized leaders and experts in digital dentistry. Publicly available materials from 3Shape describe advisory board members as “leading experts” and “global leaders” in the field, confirming that selection is based on professional reputation, expertise, and demonstrated leadership rather than through any open application process.
SEMCD (Suction Effective Mandibular Complete Denture) – International Instructor Recognition: Formally recognized by the Japan Plate Denture Association as an International Instructor for Suction Effective Mandibular Complete Denture, reflecting advanced clinical expertise, instructor-level proficiency and contributions to SEMCD education.
SprintRay Clinical Advisory Board: Personally selected by the founding members as the sole denturist invited to serve, in recognition of advanced clinical expertise in digital prosthetics and meaningful contributions to the development, validation, and clinical integration of emerging technologies, materials, and end-to-end digital workflows.
IADFE (International Academy for Dental-Facial Esthetics): Selected for membership through a formal nomination and review process requiring professional recognition, qualification review and approval by the organization’s governing members.
Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Digital Board: Selected to serve on the Digital Board of a leading peer-reviewed prosthodontic journal, reflecting recognized subject-matter expertise in digital dentistry and contributing to the advancement, evaluation, and dissemination of evidence-based innovations within the field.
International Academy for Dental-Facial Esthetics: Selected for membership through a formal, peer-reviewed nomination process recognizing demonstrated clinical excellence, contributions to dental-facial esthetics, and professional distinction. Appointment requires comprehensive credential evaluation and approval by the Academy’s governing body, reflecting recognition by leading experts in the field and a sustained commitment to advancing esthetic and functional outcomes in clinical practice.
Community impact
Supporting access through education and outreach
Eric is involved in philanthropy and community initiatives focused on health education and access, including support for the Windsor Essex Community Foundation’s Inspiration 100 fundraisers and Special Olympics Ontario.
He also serves as a Adjunct Faculty at Midwestern University and as Visiting Faculty at UCSF, where he annually supports the prosthodontics residency program, focusing on digital workflows for dentures and fixed full arch applications.
More about Eric Kukucka
Eric joined Aspen Dental in 2021.
Eric recommends Aspen Dental for its commitment to making care more accessible without compromising clinical quality. He values the combination of affordability, advanced technology, strong clinician training and consistent standards across the network.
Eric believes Aspen Dental stands out for its scale, clinical training, digital integration and quality oversight. He also points to its investment in advanced technology and standardized workflows that support a more connected, comprehensive patient experience.
Eric’s areas of expertise include complete dentures, implant overdentures, fixed full arch implant restorations, digital denture design and manufacturing, 3D printing in removable prosthetics and intraoral scanning workflows. His work focuses on removable and implant full arch prosthetics across both analog and digital systems.
Eric does not actively treat patients in his current role. His work focuses on supporting doctors, leading research and development initiatives and helping establish clinical protocols and standards for removable and implant full arch care across the Aspen Dental network.
In his spare time, Eric enjoys reading and writing about advancements in dentistry, lecturing internationally, golfing, taking long walks, Peloton training, going to the gym and spending time with family and loved ones.
Eric has lectured internationally and helped develop digital denture technologies used around the world. He is a published author and co-author of several textbooks, with additional work scheduled for release in 2026. He also collaborates closely with leading dental technology companies to advance removable and full arch implant prosthetics. He has also authored a textbook being released in June 2026.
Eric helps lead clinical strategy, standards and digital workflows for removable prosthetics and fixed full arch restorations across Aspen Dental’s network of more than 1,100 offices. While he does not manage day-to-day operations at each location, his work helps support doctors and innovation efforts across the network to provide the most optimal outcomes for patients.