Creating accurate models of patients mouth and teeth from the Dentists moulds
Designing and fabricating dentures mouth guards retainers etc
Creating crowns and bridges to restore a patients mouth or teeth
Making dental composite work and performing diagnostic waxups
Correcting irregularities in a patients dentition using removable or permanent dental devices
Replacing missing dental and facial tissue with prostheses
Preparing reports on the dental laboratorys activities
Maintaining dental records and other laboratory documentation
Requirements
Manual dexterity and good handeye coordination
Design skills and creativity
Understanding of relevant scientific and mathematical principles
Ability to work in a highpressure environment
Understanding of manufacturing and thermoforming techniques
Excellent communications skills
Working knowledge of relevant software modelling tools
Attention to details