Luma Dental Technology Earns Third Place and $5,000 at the 10th Annual InventOR Finals!

Innovation often begins by improving everyday challenges, and Luma Dental Technology is doing just that. At the 10th Annual InventOR Finals, the team from Oregon Institute of Technology earned 3rd Place for developing a practical solution that enhances efficiency and visibility during dental procedures.

The team—Diego Garcia, Erick Amador-Gonzalez, Kaylee May, and Anesti Audeh—created a smart heated oral mirror that warms to body temperature, permanently eliminating lens fogging during dental procedures. By addressing a common frustration faced by dental professionals, their innovation helps improve visibility, streamline patient care, and create a more efficient clinical experience.

Throughout the InventOR program, the team refined their concept through customer discovery, mentorship, and valuable feedback from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and judges. Their thoughtful design and clear understanding of an everyday challenge demonstrated how a simple yet impactful innovation can improve the tools professionals rely on every day.

Luma Dental Technology exemplifies InventOR's mission of transforming ideas into practical solutions that solve real-world problems. Their dedication to innovation and improving healthcare technology earned them 3rd Place among an impressive group of student ventures from across Oregon.

Congratulations to Diego Garcia, Erick Amador-Gonzalez, Kaylee May, and Anesti Audeh on this well-deserved achievement. We look forward to seeing how Luma Dental Technology continues to develop and make an impact within the dental industry.

Stay tuned as we continue celebrating the 10th Annual InventOR Finals with more winner spotlights, team features, and behind-the-scenes highlights from InventOR 2026. We'll also be sharing exciting updates about the 2027 InventOR program and next year's Finals. We can't wait to continue showcasing the innovative ideas and entrepreneurs shaping Oregon's future.