Dental Laboratory Technician
Core
Fabricates dental prosthetics (crowns, bridges, dentures, occlusal splints) and performs repairs, relines, and re-bases while instructing dental students in laboratory procedures.
Role type
Dental Laboratory Technician (Educational Support)
Builds
Dental prosthetics and surgical guides for patient care and student training
Domain
Healthcare / Dental Technology
Required skills
prosthetic fabrication, dental materials handling, equipment maintenance, student instruction, implant abutment engagement, surgical guide fabrication, prosthetic repair, relining, re-basing, polishing
Preferred skills
troubleshooting technical issues, equipment inspection, laboratory exercise planning
Technologies
dental laboratory equipment, impression materials, wax rims, molds
Responsibilities
Fabricate crown and bridge work; Fabricate occlusal splints; Fabricate dentures from impression to insert; Complete prosthetic repairs, relines, and re-bases; Assist students with set up of teeth, wax rims, final molds and fabrications; Show students how to engage implant abutments and fabricate surgical guides; Assist with dentures set ups and polishing; Collaborate with other technician educators to troubleshoot problems; Inspect equipment and request repairs or upgrades; Assist in the planning and implementation of laboratory exercises
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC