Bullis Promoted at Glidewell

Glidewell Laboratories announced the promotion of Grant Bullis to director of implant research and development and digital manufacturing. In his new role, Bullis will oversee the laboratory’s development, manufacturing and release of multiple implant and digital products and services.

“Grant’s 14 years of (research and development) experience and his inherently driven nature make him the right candidate to ensure that digital and implant manufacturing continue to support the company’s strategic goals,” wrote Glidewell Laboratories COO Greg Minzenmayer, in a company-issued e-mail.

Bullis began his dental career in the research and development department at Steri-Oss/Nobel Biocare in 1997. There, he was responsible for the development of implants, prosthetics, surgical tools and packaging. In 2007, he joined Glidewell Laboratories as implant research and development manager, eventually overseeing, implant product development and manufacturing for more than 150 implant laboratory and prosthetic components. He holds a degree in mechanical CAD/CAM from Irvine Valley College and has an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. As director, Bullis will direct the efforts of implant research and development, CAD/CAM, engineering and the company’s prototype machine shop.