Our Story

Our History

Giving Back with Together We Smile

What We Stand For

AN ISO CERTIFIED COMPANY

(TCS) Thermoplastic Comfort Systems, Inc. is a dental manufacturing company dedicated to providing dental laboratories with exceptional quality materials, equipment, and hands-on training courses that are accessible and reliable. At the core of our brand, we believe that one of the key components to creating successful removable appliances is through forming strong partnerships because, for TCS, manufacturing ismore than just a business, it is a collectivist culture.

2000

founded in ca, usa

3

generations

70+

countries we sell to

Our History

Since 2000

TCS opened its doors in 2000 with the introduction of Unbreakable™ by TCS, a nylon-based thermoplastic resin, along with comprehensive courses taught by master techniciansUnbreakable™ quickly gained popularity for being resilient, flexible, and aesthetic, offering patients a seamless fit in the mouth. 

2000
Marilin Luchetti founded TCS, Inc. in Signal Hill, CA, launching Unbreakable™, a nylon-based thermoplastic resin, with courses led by master technicians.
2001
TCS introduces the TCS Concentrated Dental Appliance Cleaner, specifically designed for removable thermoplastic appliances made with TCS resins.
2002
TCS expanded by manufacturing injection units for Unbreakable™ and began the process of obtaining a CE Mark for international sales.
2005
Unbreakable™ received its CE Mark, enabling TCS to enter international markets.
2007
TCS introduced the Hydraulic Injector, designed by Jorge Posca, which did not require an air connection.
2009
TCS reinforced its quality policy by implementing an ISO 13485-based quality management system.
2013
TCS introduced iFlex™, a highly translucent polyolefin thermoplastic for dental laboratories.
2015
At 90, Jorge Posca invented the JP90 Handheld Injector and JP Flask, ideal for small cases and repairs, eliminating the need for traditional flasking methods.
2016
TCS launches Karadent™, a semi-rigid, monomer-free thermoplastic.
2017
TCS completed its full rebranding, modernizing its product packaging and injection units.
2018
TCS launched its first Together We Smile charitable event, bringing dentures and partials to underserved communities.
2019
TCS partnered with Aspen Dental, becoming the preferred flexible partial denture material for 850+ offices, and launched a separate website for the Fresh brand.
2022
TCS embraced digital dentistry with the release of TCS Millable Discs in Unbreakable™ and iFlex™ resins.
2023
Together We Smile provided dental care in San Andrés, Colombia, helping over 100 low-income residents.
2024
The team continued its mission in Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, while TCS introduced Ola Fresh Dental Appliance Cleanser.
2025
The Together We Smile team travels to Ecuador for another mission.
Today
Under Marilin’s leadership, TCS operates in 70+ countries, focusing on millable disc techniques, digital innovations, and expanding DSO partnerships.
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The TCS

Mission

To prioritize the human aspect when forming partnerships within the dental industry by conducting business with integrity and respect.

The TCS

Vision

To be recognized globally as the best solution for the development and care of thermoplastic dental appliances.

TCS IQ

Core Values

TCS IQ is what we live by. It ensures we offer our customers the highest quality materials, support, knowledge and skills to facilitate their workflows.

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Teamwork

We strive to employ highly skilled and motivated individuals, ensure adequate training is performed, and inspire self-growth to ensure we operate with integrity and mutual respect as we tackle challenges with purpose and efficiency.

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Customer Satisfaction

We build long lasting relationships with our customers and strive to surpass expectations in service and quality products.

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Supplier Excellence

We partner with suppliers that share our business ethics and treat them with the upmost integrity, honesty and respect – expecting the same in return.

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Innovation

A philosophy to continuous improvement guides us to develop better methods, tools, materials, educational programs, and creative ways to add customer value.

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Quality

A passionate commitment to quality is one of the core principles that governs TCS. We are committed to provide helpful customer service and delivering the highest quality dental products by assuring their performance, consistency, safety, and value. TCS management monitors and reviews its quality through the implementation of an effective Quality Management System based on ISO 13485 standards.

Our Partnership At A Glance

The TCS Experience

01.

Dynamism

An energetic and passionate team moves forward together and constantly progresses to add value to our customers.

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Education

Our outstanding technical support and hands-on training is designed to grow confidence in creating exceptional TCS dental appliances.

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Manufacturing In-House

The majority of our products including our resins and equipment are manufactured in-house in CA, USA.

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Innovation

A philosophy to continuous improvement guides us to develop better methods, tools, materials, educational programs, etc.

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Win-Win Philosophy

Your success is our success. We aim for long term relationships based on mutual trust, respect and benefit.

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Together We Smile

Our industry is fortunate to be part of a community where giving back literally means putting smiles on people’s faces.

Together We Smile

The Together We Smile – TCS Gives Back Charitable Event is an outreach program that travels to remote areas across the globe to deliver partials and dentures to people in need. Although oral care is available to everyone, those who live on low incomes have no real access to proper oral care and treatment. TCS launched Together We Smile to serve those communities and bring happy smiles whenever we can!

TCS Together We Smile was launched in 2018 with its first mission in the Dominican Republic. Partnering with Jack Meibaum and his charity, Mission Para Los Niños, TCS set up a pop-up dental lab to treat and fabricate partials and dentures for over 60 patients. This initiative was repeated in 2019, furthering our commitment to restoring smiles.

In 2022, our team traveled to La Guajira, Colombia, followed by San Andrés, Colombia, in 2023, and Thailand in 2024. Each mission is dedicated to providing as many patients as possible with dentures and partials within a one-and-a-half-week timeframe.

Most recently, in early January 2025, our team journeyed to Sangolqui, Ecuador, where we had the privilege of transforming the lives of over 46 patients through our dental care services, creating over 80 appliances in just four days. The work is demanding, with long hours and tireless effort, but the joy and gratitude from our patients make it all worthwhile.

The Together We Smile outreach program thrives today thanks to the collaboration of local dentists, technicians, generous dental suppliers, and our incredible volunteers. By working together, we continue to provide life-changing dental solutions to individusals in need, restoring confidence and happiness – one smile at a time.

Dominican Republic
2018

4 Days
50 Patients

Dominican Republic
2019

4 Days
35 Patients

La Guajira, Colombia
2022

7 Days
50 Patients

San Andreas, Colombia
2023

6 Days
75 Patients

Nakhon Phanom, Thailand
2024

7 Days
76 Patients

Sangolqui, Ecuador
2025

4 Days
46 Patients