Advanced Denture Technician

Hallmark Dental Laboratory Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Optional pension program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health and wellness spending account (

Hallmark team environment

Job summary

Hallmark Dental Laboratory Ltd in Halifax is seeking an Advanced Denture Technician with extensive denture fabrication experience and knowledge of implant-supported cases. The ideal candidate will work closely with dentists and clinics to deliver high-end esthetic dentures.

Experience in PMMA processing, digital denture assembly, and precise esthetic detailing is essential. The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and staying current with new technologies in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years denture experience.
• Degree in Dental Technology or related field.
• RDT or denturist qualification preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set teeth for complete and partial dentures.
• Gingiva esthetic wax up and gingival cutback.
• Assemble digital dentures and perform denture processing.
• Trim, polish, and finish dentures and related products.
• Coordinate with dentists and clinics on implant cases.
• Keep detailed records and meet deadlines.

Skills

Advanced denture fabrication

Implant knowledge

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Dentist coordination

Education

Degree in Dental Technology

RDT or Denturist qualification preferred

Tools

PMMA processing

Ivobase

Dental CAD/CAM

Job description

Hallmark is a Halifax based dental lab serving dental clinics and their patients in Atlantic Canada. We are looking to hire a creative Advanced Denture Technician to join our growing team. Your duties will include setting teeth and processing complete dentures, partial dentures and implant supported dentures. Our ideal candidate is someone with previous experience in high-end esthetic cases and implant supported cases. The Advanced Denture Technician works closely with our dentists and clinics in a co-treatment relationship.

To ensure success in this position, you should have extensive knowledge of all dental technologies and use your expertise while creating a safe and pleasing environment and high-quality products and services.

Advanced Denture Technician Duties & Responsibilities

• Set teeth for complete and partial dentures
• Gingiva esthetic wax up (festooning)
• Gingival cutback and pour on milled PMMA arches
• Trim and polish dentures
• Trim and polish denture products (custom trays, guides etc.)
• Assemble digital dentures
• Custom shades for denture products
• Sandblast and Bond repairs
• Denture processing (Pack, Ivobase, Pour, etc.)
• Communicate with support for denture hardware
• Work chairside with dentists to convert denture cases to implants and implant supported cases
• Keeping up to date with new dental technologies and advancements in the field

Advanced Denture Technician Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of dental implants and implant supported cases
• Degree in Dental Technology or a similar area of study
• Minimum of five years denture experience
• RDT or denturist qualification is preferred
• Strong time management skills
• Proficiency in keeping detailed records and meeting deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Technical knowledge of dental procedures and equipment
• Excellent communication skills are essential for working closely with dentists and clinics

Hallmark is a family owned business with over 40 years in the community. The lab is the largest dental lab in Atlantic Canada and one of the most technologically advanced dental labs in the country. Our growth has been the result of strong team, strong management and strong communication. Our hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

Benefits:

• Health and dental insuranceOptional pension programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Health and wellness spending account (HSA)