Dental Lab Technician (Ceramics Stain/Glaze)

National Dentex Labs • Topeka, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

National Dentex is seeking a Full-Time Dental Lab Technician (Ceramics Stain/Glaze) for its NDX Heumann Topeka laboratory located in Topeka, KS. This role offers paid on-the-job training and does not require a college degree. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has excellent hand-eye coordination, and enjoys working with their hands. The regular hours for this position are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Detail oriented
• Must be able to distinguish different colors
• No experience required

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
• Locate the proper shade tab from the appropriate shade guide
• Set up for staining and glazing by preparing work area and working materials
• Place crown or bridge on a hemostat for easier handling
• Cover with a thin coat of liquid glaze
• Add the gingival-cervical color to the crown or bridge using the appropriate stains
• Create the illusion of separation between teeth on bridges
• Create a “framing effect” by using white or blue stain to brighten and enhance translucency
• Use lingual staining techniques to accentuate the framing effect
• Create the cementum-enamel junction using the correct technique
• Create the incisal characterization using the correct technique to create the desired effect on anteriors and occlusal characterization on posteriors
• Check the crown or bridge with the shade tab to be sure the colors are correct
• Fire the crown or bridge at the correct temperature for the appropriate amount of time
• Check the crown or bridge again to be sure the color does not need correction
• Fire at the correct temperature and for the appropriate amount of time
• Apply glaze to the crown or bridge and use a clean brush to remove any excess inside the abutments or the crown
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays
• Health, Vision, Dental and 401(k) savings plan
• Career advancement
• Continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED