Denture Technician

Pan-Am Dental Laboratory; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading-edge dental laboratory specializing in high-quality restorations. As a Denture Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the fit, function, and aesthetics of dentures. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a supportive team environment, providing you with hands-on experience in cutting-edge removable prosthetic techniques. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in your career. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional craftsmanship and collaborating with a dedicated team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Employer Match

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in denture processing and acrylic work.
• Strong knowledge of acrylic materials and polishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Process full and partial dentures using various acrylics.
• Conduct quality control checks to meet standards.
• Collaborate with the team to resolve processing issues.

Skills

Acrylic Processing

Flasking Techniques

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

2+ years in denture processing

Job description

About Us

Avaneer Dental Studio is a leading-edge dental laboratory dedicated to delivering high-quality restorations using advanced technology and materials. We are seeking a Denture Technician specializing in acrylic processing and post-processing to join our Removable Department. This role is crucial in ensuring that all dentures meet the highest standards of fit, function, and aesthetics.

Job Responsibilities

Processing & Acrylic Work:

• Process full and partial dentures using heat-cured, cold-cured, and injection-molded acrylics.
• Perform flasking, investing, and boil-out procedures accurately to ensure high-quality results.
• Pack and cure dentures while maintaining proper handling techniques to prevent material defects.
• Trim, finish, and polish dentures to achieve optimal comfort, esthetics, and durability.
  
  

Post-Processing & Finishing

• Remove processed dentures from molds and carefully clean residual plaster or stone.
• Fine-tune occlusion, adjust fit, and perform necessary refinements to ensure precision.
• Apply staining, characterizing, and final polishing for a natural appearance.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure all functional, aesthetic, and durability standards are met.
• Work closely with the removable team to make necessary adjustments based on clinician feedback.
  
  

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following safety and infection control protocols.
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve any processing issues.
• Stay updated with advancements in acrylic processing techniques and denture materials.
• Assist with training junior technicians when necessary.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years in denture processing, acrylic work, or related dental lab experience.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of acrylic materials, flasking, packing, and polishing techniques.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure high-quality craftsmanship with minimal errors.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot processing challenges and make adjustments as needed.
• Team Player: Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Bonus Skills: Experience with 3D printed denture workflows is a plus.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art lab with advanced technology.
• Competitive salary with growth opportunities.
• Full benefits package to include health, dental, vision, life coverage and paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• A supportive and innovative team environment.
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge removable prosthetic techniques.