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	Dental technician - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A dental technician is a highly skilled member of the dental team who fabricates dental appliances dentures, crown and bridgework, removable prothesis and implants.
		In some jurisdictions a dental technician is a designated health professional due to the intrinsic risk of harm when a dental appliance is fabricated incorrectly.
		Dental technicians are educated to degree level at a post secondary facility.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dental_technician (227 words)

	ExploreHealthCareers.org: Career Overview - Dental Laboratory Technician
		Dental laboratory technology is the art and science of manufacturing corrective devices and replacements for natural teeth.
		Most dental technicians are employed in commercial dental laboratories; these are often very small (i.e., 2-3 employees), although there also are very large labs with as many as 100 employees or more.
		Technicians usually have their own workbenches, which can be equipped with Bunsen burners, grinding and polishing equipment, and hand instruments, such as wax spatulas and wax carvers.
	www.explorehealthcareers.org /en/Career.4.aspx (644 words)

	ADA.org: Dental Laboratory Technician Brochure
		Dental technicians make dental prostheses—replacements for natural teeth to help people who have lost some or all of their teeth to eat, chew, talk and smile in a manner that is similar to or better than the way they did before.
		Dental laboratory technicians can become certified by passing an examination that evaluates their technical skills and knowledge.
		Experienced technicians can realize significant satisfaction and rewards in commercial laboratories or may choose to be self-employed, opening their own dental laboratories for greater independence.
	www.ada.org /public/education/careers/technician_bro.asp (1518 words)

	Dental Technician (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Dental technicians usually have no direct contact with patients unless they undertake further study to qualify as dental prosthetists (known in South Australia as clinical dental technicians).
		Demand for dental technicians who work with dentures appears to be diminishing as the incidence of tooth decay declines.
		However, demand is growing for dental technicians working in specialised areas, such as crown and bridge, and work associated with the increasing occurrence of cosmetic dental surgery.
	www.ada.org.au /_Dental_Technician.asp (428 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technology
		Dental laboratory technology is the art and science of fabricating corrective devices and replacements for natural teeth.
		Many laboratory technicians are not happy with the prices their work commands and at the present time it is felt by some that, labs are forced into quantity--not quality-to make a good living.
		Dental technicians can begin their careers without a college degree, however a formal college-level education is strongly encouraged.
	www.dent.unc.edu /careers/career_options/dentlab.htm (1283 words)

	Medical, dental, and ophthalmic laboratory technicians
		Technicians place the tooth in a porcelain furnace to bake the porcelain onto the metal framework, and then adjust the shape and color, with subsequent grinding and addition of porcelain to achieve a sealed finish.
		Dental technicians usually have their own workbenches, which can be equipped with Bunsen burners, grinding and polishing equipment, and hand instruments, such as wax spatulas and wax carvers.
		Dental technicians in large laboratories tend to specialize in a few procedures and, therefore, tend to be paid a lower wage than those employed in small laboratories who perform a variety of tasks.
	www.bls.gov /oco/ocos238.htm (3152 words)

	National Association of Dental Laboratories - NADL (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		The establishment of the commercial dental laboratory led quickly to the training of apprentices and thus the dental laboratory technician.
		Dental technology is an excellent field for persons who dream of owning their own business someday.
		Technicians who have at least five years of education and experience in dental technology are encouraged to distinguish themselves by taking the examinations to become Certified Dental Technicians (CDTs) in different specialty areas.
	www.nadl.org /dentallabcareer.shtml (865 words)

	Massachusetts Dental Society, Word of Mouth, Sink Your Teeth into a Dental Profession (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Dental technicians make dental prostheses—replacements for natural teeth—to help people who have lost some or all of their teeth to eat, chew, talk, and smile in a manner similar to or better than the way they did before.
		Dental laboratory technicians may receive their education and training through a two-year program at a community college, vocational school, technical institute, university, or dental school.
		Dental laboratory technicians can become certified by passing an exam that evaluates their technical skills and knowledge and can then specialize in one or more of five areas: complete dentures, removable partial dentures, crown and bridges, ceramics, or orthodontics.
	www.massdental.org /public/wordofmouth.cfm?doc_id=1097 (1927 words)

	Dental Technician, 180 ECTS credits
		The job of the dental technician is to work closely together with the dentist to artificially replace teeth that have been damaged or lost.
		The dental technician is often faced with the challenge of trying to design and colour the artificial tooth in such a way that it fits in visually, in a neat and imperceptible way, among the patient’s other teeth, which have perhaps become discoloured in the course of the years.
		As a dental technician you work in a creative manner with shape and colour to replace lost teeth, and for that reason much of your work is done in the laboratory under the supervision of teachers.
	www.umu.se /medfak/study/dental_technician.html (874 words)

	Massachusetts Dental Society, Careers in Dentistry (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Dental technicians can begin their careers without a college degree; however, continuing education is encouraged.
		Although dental technicians seldom work directly with patients, except under the direction of a licensed dentist, they are valuable members of the dental care team.
		Dental technicians are eligible to take the examination if they have completed a dental laboratory technology program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and have two years of professional experience.
	www.massdental.org /prof/careers.cfm?doc_id=146 (1434 words)

	Dental Lab Technician
		The dental technician must be able to understand the use of dies and casts in fixed procedures.
		A primary concern of the dental technologist is the restoration of the occlusal surfaces of teeth of opposing arches together in such a manner that they still function to preserve the health of the masticatory system.
		As one of the important links in the process of providing total dental care to every patient, the dental technician must be aware of their responsibility in assuring that the ethical standards of the fields of dentistry and dental technology are maintained.
	www.lsusd.lsuhsc.edu /academic/lab_tech5.htm (1682 words)

	Dental Technology (A.A.S.) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Dental technicians fabricate replacements for natural teeth which have been lost due to disease or accident.
		The relationship of the dental technician to the dentist is similar to that of the pharmacist to the physician.
		Dental technology support courses, i.e., dental materials, oral anatomy, history and ethics, and dental laboratory management, as well as basic sciences, communication, and business courses complete the curriculum.
	www.siu.edu /~asa/programinfo/dental_technology.htm (940 words)

	SIU - Dental Technology
		The relationship of the dental technician to the dentist is similar to that of the pharmacist to the physician or the optician to the eye specialist.
		Dental technicians have a daily opportunity to use their creative skills.
		The trained dental technician has a wide choice of geographic location and can select from a variety of employment situations, as indicated by the job titles of program graduates listed earlier.
	www.siu.edu /~dt (852 words)

	Dental Lab Technician
		After the dentist has taken a mold of the patient’s teeth, the dental technician uses the mold to produce a wax replica of the teeth, from which he constructs any needed crowns, bridges, or false teeth, and later makes any adjustments to these appliances as directed by the dentist.
		Dental lab technicians insist that they “don’t scrape plaque or put our fingers in anybody’s mouth!” In fact they have patient contact only in unusual situations that require a visual inspection of the patient’s teeth.
		Though many labs are large, some technicians are sole practitioners in their studios and can work under contract with a dentist.
	www.princetonreview.com /cte/profiles/dayInLife.asp?careerID=49 (400 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technician
		Dental laboratory technicians make and repair dentures, dental crowns, braces, and other appliances using materials like gold, silver, stainless steel, porcelain, and plastics according to dentists' prescriptions.
		Technicians can specialize in the areas of crown and bridge, dental ceramics, partial dentures, complete dentures, and orthodontics.
		Job opportunities for dental laboratory technicians should be favorable through 2008, despite very slow growth in the occupation.
	www.flahec.org /hlthcareers/DENTLABT.HTM (242 words)

	Dentistry.com - The Official Dental Resource - Find A Dentist (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Dental technicians make dental prostheses — replacements for natural teeth to help people who have lost some or all of their teeth to eat, chew, talk and smile in a manner that is similar to or better than the way they did before.
		Technicians work with a variety of materials, as well as sophisticated instruments and equipment, to create dental prostheses — replacements for damaged or missing tooth structure.
		Since each dental patient's specific needs are different, the duties of a dental laboratory technician are comprehensive and varied.Although dental technicians seldom work directly with patients, except under the direction of a licensed dentist, they are valuable members of the dental care team.
	www.dentistry.com /proedu_careers_labtech.asp (1450 words)

	Irish Dental Association - Information on becoming a dental technician
		Dental Technicians also require an understanding of the composition of the materials used in dental technology, and their physical-chemical and mechanical properties, so that they use them safely and to the benefit of the patient.
		The Dental Technician must have a high degree of manual dexterity and technical skill in all the basic disciplines of dental technology.
		For the first two years, students are based in the Dublin Dental Hospital and the course includes lectures and practicals in the basic sciences and in all aspects of laboratory techniques and technology.
	www.dentist.ie /resources/careers/dental_technician.jsp (465 words)

	Dental Lab Technology
		It is recommended that anyone interested in a career in dental laboratory technology spend some time at local commercial dental laboratories to evaluate the day-to-day operation of the dental laboratory technician.
		The duties of a dental technician are comprehensive and varied.
		Dental technicians work with a variety of materials which include waxes, plastics, precious and non-precious alloys and porcelain.
	www.ipfw.edu /dlt (312 words)

	Definitions of dental terms
		An indirect technique is usually performed by a dental technician, trained and skilled in anatomy, function and esthetics.
		A skilled dental technician that has training and experience in the fabrication of pre-surgical aids and prosthetic construction.
		Also involved on the implant team are the x-ray technicians, dental assistants, surgical assistants, implant manufacturers and, of course, the patient's positive attitude.
	www.qualitydentistry.com /dental/terms.html (1911 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technician
		Dental laboratory technicians make dental prostheses, which are replacements for natural teeth to help people eat, chew, talk or smile.
		Technicians are valuable members of the dental care team even though they rarely work directly with patients.
		Experienced technicians can find well-paid positions in commercial laboratories based on their technical or communication skills, become a part of the larger laboratory teams, or potentially start their own laboratories.
	www.sccds.org /public/Auxillaries/Careers/jobdescdentallabtech.asp (259 words)

	SCTI--Dental Radiography Technician
		This course fulfills the requirements of the NJ Radiography Technician Act (NJSA28:20-24) for the education of Dental Radiography Technician as well as preparation for the Dental Radiologic Technology Licensing examination.
		Students must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or G.E.D. The duration of the course is nine completed weeks of class, followed by 15 completed hours or lab and 30 completed hours of clinical.
		Areas covered are the theoretical aspects of dental x-ray techniques, safety, infection control and diagnostic uses of radiography.
	www.scti.org /TI/dental_radiography_technician.htm (153 words)

	SOM - #167 - DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
		Dental Laboratory Technicians have a great deal of independence in their work as well a flexible career with several opportunities for advancement.
		Dental and optical laboratory technicians make and repair dental devices and eyeglasses that are provided for military personnel.
		Dental and optical laboratory technicians normally work in dental or optical laboratories and occasionally in examination and dispensing offices.
	michigan.gov /som/0,1607,7-192-29940_23422-64506--,00.html (1767 words)

	DENTAL TECHNICIAN
		Dental prosthetics for the restoration and function of lost teeth should follow strict physical and mechanical principles.
		Dental prosthetics aim at compensating for lost teeth and the surrounding tissues using artificial substitutes.
		A successful dental technician specialised in dental ceramics is required to be skilful and precise when carrying out delicate works, have good vision and sense of aesthetics as well as effective communication skills necessary when cooperating with dentists, clients and other dental technicians.
	www.sbie.edu.gr /english/tee/04todon.htm (213 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technician
		Dental laboratory technicians use molds and impressions of patient's teeth to create the most accurate dentures and fixed bridges as possible.
		Dental laboratory technicians can specialize in areas such as orthodontic technician, crown and bridge technician, metal dental technician, and dental ceramist.
		Students interested in a future as a dental laboratory technician should take high school courses in biology, algebra, English, chemistry, art, sculpting, anatomy and physiology, computer skills, health occupations/medical professions education, history, and geometry.
	www.mshealthcareers.com /careers/dentallabtech.htm (478 words)

	NHS Careers
		Dental Technicians are Dental Care Professionals and work as part of the dental team.
		Dental Technicians (or dental technologists as they are often referred to) make the dentures, crowns, bridges and dental braces that improve patients appearance, speech and their ability to chew.
		Maxillo-facial technicians work is based in hospital oral surgery, ophthalmic, cancer and burns units, helping to reconstruct the faces of patients damaged by accident or disease.
	www.nhscareers.nhs.uk /nhs-knowledge_base/data/4672.html (293 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technician - Stanford Medical Youth Science Program (SMYSP) - Stanford University School of Medicine
		As a dental laboratory technician, you will generally work in a private dental laboratory, a private health clinic or for a federal or state agency.
		Dental laboratory technicians visit the dentist's office to fit patients for special equipment like retainers.
		Successful dental laboratory technicians work well with others, are understanding and compassionate with patients, and follow detailed instructions well.
	smysp.stanford.edu /students/profiles/dental_lab_tech.html (226 words)

	Dental Technician training through Dental Masters Laboratory
		Upon passing this course, the technician moves on to intensive training in a chosen specialty, such as ceramics or waxing full crowns.
		Quite literally, the technician is drilled so that the steps they follow are the same, from case to case.
		Dental Masters Laboratory is proud to be a leader in setting technical standards and in developing well-trained dental technicians.
	www.dentalmasters.com /aboutus/tech.html (426 words)

	Dental Laboratory Technician
		Dental laboratory technicians are an important part of the dental care team.
		With an increased demand for restorative and cosmetic dentistry, the need for dental laboratory technicians is growing.
		Technicians usually work in commercial dental laboratories, though some may work in private dental practices.
	www.mndental.org /careers/lab_tech (129 words)

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