How do they match: Dental Laboratory Technicians

  • Prepare metal surfaces for bonding with porcelain to create artificial teeth, using small hand tools.
  • Prepare wax bite blocks and impression trays for use.
  • Build and shape wax teeth, using small hand instruments and information from observations or dentists' specifications.
  • Shape and solder wire and metal frames or bands for dental products, using soldering irons and hand tools.

  • Prepare materials for processing.
  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
  • Melt metal, plastic, or other materials to prepare for production.
  • Shape metal workpieces with hammers or other small hand tools.