Analyze prescriptions and specifications received from dentists to accurately understand the required dental restorations.
Mix porcelain powders and liquids in correct proportions to achieve desired shades, consistency, and moisture content, ensuring the porcelain is free from air bubbles and over-wetting.
Apply body porcelain in proper layering sequences to achieve functional and aesthetic anatomy, including forming lobes, ridges, and cusp tips.
Check centric occlusion using opposing models and make necessary adjustments.
Remove dies from models to finish contacts accurately and ensure proper adaptation of porcelain to metal.
Add enamel porcelain in the correct sequence for enhanced aesthetics.
Fire porcelain at the correct temperature and duration, then cool units to match the models.
Examine margins, ensure thorough porcelain condensation, and achieve precise adaptation to underlying structures.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace and ensure tools and materials remain uncontaminated.
Follow through on the entire porcelain stacking procedure without interruptions to ensure quality.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Essential Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Certified Dental Technician (preferred).
Minimum of 6-7 years of experience as a Ceramist in a professional dental laboratory or similar setting.
Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in preparing and handling dental porcelain.
Thorough understanding of firing and layering techniques to achieve desired results.
Excellent eye-hand coordination for precision and fine detail work.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for interpreting prescriptions and collaborating effectively.
Strong focus on aesthetics and functionality in dental restorations.
