321401 - Dental technician

Produces various prostheses according to the description of the dentist's order, in which it is noted what needs to be done, as well as according to the attached patient's dental impression, the technician prepares models of patients' mouths and teeth. Together with the dentist and the patient, selects the design and color of dental prostheses. Organizes work, supervises laboratory equipment, dental prosthesis materials, repairs dental prostheses, also oversees their maintenance.

Main activities

* manufacture and repairs dental prostheses according to the order;
* choose suitable amounts and types of materials;
* perform the installation and fitting of dental prostheses with the patient's teeth;
* repair and renovate existing dental prostheses;
* oversee the care of dental prostheses and check their quality.

Characteristic competences

* create dental prostheses from different materials;
* work with special equipment and tools;
* use computer technology in design and manufacturing processes;
* understand dental anatomy and dentistry;
* check the quality of prostheses.