Experienced Dental Lab Technician Supervisor specializing in CAD/CAM technology, 3D printing and digital scanning. Proven ability to ensure safety compliance and train new technicians, contributing to high-quality dental prosthetics fabrication.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Lab Technician Supervisor
Spring Hills Family Dentistry
Grand Terrace
09.2023 - Current
Fabricated dental prosthetics using advanced CAD/CAM technology.
Assisted in the training of new lab technicians.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulations in the lab.
Created night guards and mouth guards by fabricating acrylic splints from impressions taken from patients' mouths.
Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
Reviewed orders, instructions, and prescriptions written by professionals to complete work accurately.
Assembled finished dental prosthesis components into pre-fabricated metal frameworks according to prescription instructions.
Dental Lab Technician
Ferara Dental Lab
Hesperia
11.2020 - 09.2023
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Used a variety of hand tools such as files, pliers and knives to make adjustments to dental prostheses.
Reviewed prescriptions from dentists to determine type of restoration required.
Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
Inspected castings for accuracy against original model before finishing process was started.
Dental Lab Technician
Precision Ceramics Dental Laboratory
Montclair
07.1987 - 11.2020
Managed inventory of dental materials and supplies efficiently.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulations in the lab.
Created night guards and mouth guards by fabricating acrylic splints from impressions taken from patients' mouths.
Troubleshot technical issues with machinery related to production processes.
Communicated with dentists regarding patient needs and specifications for dental prostheses.
Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
Skills
CAD/CAM technology
Digital scanning
Dental prosthetics fabrication
Safety compliance
Technical troubleshooting
Inventory management
Training facilitation
Time management
Adaptability
Effective communication
Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter
10+ years of Service Award
Peer Recognition for: Most Reliable Team Member
Achievements
Implemented digital scanning workflow that reduced turnaround time by 30%
Partnered with dentist on complex implant cases, ensuring accurate fit
Developed training materials for new hires on ceramic layering techniques