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Dental Laboratory

Dental Laboratory Technology is both a science and an art. Since each dental patient's 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. They work directly with dentists by following detailed written instructions and using impressions (molds) of the patient's teeth or oral soft tissues to create:

  • full dentures for patients who are missing all of their teeth

  • removable partial dentures or fixed bridges for patients who are missing only one or a few teeth

  • crowns, which are caps for teeth that are designed to restore their original size and shape

  • veneers that enhance the esthetics and function of the patient

  • orthodontic appliances and splints to help straighten and protect teeth

Dental technicians work with a variety of materials including waxes, plastics, precious and non-precious alloys, stainless steel, a variety of porcelains and composites or polymer glass combinations. Many technicians acquire skill in the use of sophisticated instruments and equipment while performing laboratory procedures. It is important for the technician to help create tooth replacements that are both attractive and functional.

And all of this work is done right here in the dental laboratories.

Most dental practitioners outsource their lab work for mass production, which results in limited communication between the members of the restorative team and less optimal results and longer treatment times for patients. At Perfect Dental Clinic, your entire restorative team can efficiently and effectively communicate your needs and work as a team to complete your entire restoration in one place, for faster and better results completely personalized to you.

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