A Dental Laboratory Technician fabricates dental prosthetics, such as dentures, orthodontic appliances, crowns, and bridges, according to specifications determined by a dentist or orthodontist.
Stuart, FL Job Details Full-time $24 - $26 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Dental fabrication Dental wax-up Dental prosthesis finishing Full Job Description Full job description
About Us:
Stuart Dental Lab, is a full-service dental lab specializing in Crown & Bridge, Traditional Partials, Implants, Full Dentures, and Orthodontic Appliances.
Job Responsibilities:
Relines and Repairs Occasionally may need to do same day denture reline and same day repair.
Processing & Acrylic Work:
Process full and partial dentures using heat-cured, cold-cured, and injection-molded acrylics. Perform flasking, investing, and boil-out procedures accurately to ensure high-quality results. Pack and cure dentures while maintaining proper handling techniques to prevent material defects. Trim, finish, and polish dentures to achieve optimal comfort, esthetics, and durability.
Post-Processing & Finishing:
Remove processed dentures from molds and carefully clean residual plaster or stone. Fine-tune occlusion, adjust fit, and perform necessary refinements to ensure precision. Apply staining, characterizing, and final polishing for a natural appearance. Conduct quality control checks to ensure all functional, aesthetic, and durability standards are met. Work closely with the lab manager to make necessary adjustments based on clinician feedback.
General Responsibilities:
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following safety and infection control protocols. Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve any processing issues. Stay updated with advancements in acrylic processing techniques and denture materials.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum 4+ years in denture processing, acrylic work, or related dental lab experience.
Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of acrylic materials, flasking, packing, and polishing techniques. Attention to
Detail:
Ability to ensure high-quality craftsmanship with minimal errors.
Problem-Solving:
Ability to troubleshoot processing challenges and make adjustments as needed
Team Player:
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Bonus Skills:
Experience with 3D printed denture workflows is a plus.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Experience:
Dental Lab Tech:
4 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to