Success Stories
Evolving Dentistry in Amherst: Evolution Dental Science Expands
Evolution Dental Science, EDS
For over 31 years, Evolution Dental Science (EDS) has been a trusted, family-owned dental laboratory in Western New York. At the forefront of dental innovation, EDS has helped usher the industry into the digital age by revolutionizing the implant process through precision modeling that mirrors each patient’s unique anatomy. Their groundbreaking workflow continues to set new standards in modern dentistry.

Objectives of the Project
With rapid growth and industry-leading advancements, EDS aimed to:
- Consolidate multiple locations into a single, state-of-the-art facility.
- Expand operations to better support their growing client base and digital capabilities.
- Remain rooted in Amherst, where their business has thrived for decades.
Achieved Solutions & Community Benefits
When the Town of Amherst engaged with EDS leadership, they were eager to find the right path forward for expansion. Through this partnership, EDS was able to:
- Secure a new facility suited to their specialized, high-tech operations.
- Receive strategic guidance and support through an introduction to the Amherst Industrial Development Agency (AIDA).
- Access critical business incentives that made consolidation and relocation not just possible—but sustainable for the long term.
Evolution Dental Lab has collaborated with such companies including:
•Ivoclar Vivadent
•AvaDent Digital Dentures
•Exocad North America
•BEGO USA(AIDA)
•Sensible Technologies
•Tuffs University
•The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine
•Heartland Dental
•Park Dental Research
•ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers

Positioning Amherst as a Center for Health Innovation
By helping Evolution Dental Science expand and stay local, the Town of Amherst has reaffirmed its role as a partner in business success. EDS’s continued presence strengthens the town’s reputation as a hub for medical and dental innovation—creating jobs, building expertise, and bringing cutting-edge healthcare solutions to the forefront.