Aimee M. Chancey
Laughlin
Summary
Highly skilled Dental Laboratory Technician with 12+ years of experience producing fixed and removable prosthetics, CAD/CAM restorations, and 3D-printed appliances. Recognized for exceptional craftsmanship, digital workflow expertise, and the ability to manage high-volume production with precision. One of the few technicians nationwide holding CDT certification in Crown & Bridge. Adept at modernizing lab processes, improving turnaround times, and training staff in advanced fabrication techniques.
Dental professional prepared to deliver high-quality dental restorations and prosthetics. Proven track record of producing accurate and aesthetically pleasing dental appliances. Committed to team collaboration and adaptive to changing work requirements. Exhibits precision and efficiency in all tasks.
Experienced with fabricating dental prosthetics and appliances. Utilizes CAD/CAM technology to ensure precise and consistent results. Knowledge of dental materials and techniques to create durable and functional dental solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Laboratory Technician / Lab Supervisor
Dental Clinic
Laughlin, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Fabricate crowns, bridges, night guards, retainers, and CAD/CAM restorations for a high-volume clinic.
- Completed 5,300+ prosthetic cases with consistent accuracy and quality.
- Introduced 3D printing workflows, increasing production capability 115% and reducing turnaround times 80%.
- Developed updated lab procedures and trained staff in digital and traditional fabrication methods.
- Managed materials, equipment, and case flow; secured $300K+ in upgraded lab technology.
Dental Laboratory Technician
Dental Clinic
Anchorage, AK
05.2016 - 08.2022
- Produced 4,300+ prosthetic devices, including crowns, bridges, implant restorations, and CAD/CAM cases.
- Supported a multi-specialty dental team with high-quality esthetic and functional restorations.
- Maintained 100% accuracy in precious metals tracking and inventory audits.
- Trained new technicians, reducing onboarding time by 79% through improved training processes.
- Implemented digital workflows and 3D printing to improve efficiency and consistency.
Dental Laboratory Technician
Dental Clinic
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2012 - 05.2016
- Fabricated crowns, bridges, removable appliances, and specialty prosthetics for a large patient population.
- Maintained a zero-remake rate through precise model work and fabrication accuracy.
- Managed a $47K tooth inventory system, improving material availability and reducing delays.
- Supported a major lab renovation while maintaining full operational capability.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL10-2026
Skills
- Fixed Prosthetics: Crowns
- Bridges
- All-Ceramic
- PFM
- Full-Gold
- Digital Dentistry: CAD/CAM Design
- Scanning
- Milling
- 3D Printing: Models
- Appliances
- Denture Components
- Removables: Night Guards
- Retainers
- Sleep Apnea Devices
- Implants: Custom Abutments
- Implant Restorations
- Model Work: Pouring
- Trimming
- Articulation
- Quality Control: Fit/Finish
- Esthetics
- Case Review
- Lab Operations: Inventory
- Equipment
- Workflow Optimization
- Compliance: OSHA
- Infection Control
- Hazardous Materials
- CAD/CAM Systems
- 3D Printers
- Porcelain Furnaces
- Casting Machines
- Articulators
- Model Trimmers
- Digital Case-Tracking Systems
- CAD and CAM technology
- Orthodontic appliance creation
- Partial denture design
- Digital dentistry proficiency
Accomplishments
• Supervised and trained 32 dental technicians, improving workflow, quality, and daily case output.
• Boosted production 115% by implementing CAD/CAM digital software workflows and modernizing case design.
• Completed 5,300+ prosthetic cases with exceptional precision, supporting a 99% patient satisfaction rate.
• Identified and corrected a CAD/CAM milling error, enabling 36 successful same‑day crowns and eliminating repeat defects.
• Tested and refined 3D printing materials and settings, improving appliance consistency and saving $464K in materials.
• Supported case planning and digital design during staffing shortages, contributing to 14,600 procedures—the clinic’s highest productivity in 17 years.
Certification
- Certified Dental Technician (CDT) – Crown & Bridge
- OSHA Safety & Infection Control
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Continuing Education in CAD/CAM, 3D Printing, and Dental Materials
Timeline
Dental Laboratory Technician / Lab Supervisor
Dental Clinic
09.2022 - Current
Dental Laboratory Technician
Dental Clinic
05.2016 - 08.2022
Dental Laboratory Technician
Dental Clinic
11.2012 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Dental Science
Community College of The Air Force