Chelsea Harp
Rockwood
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental Laboratory Technician skilled at CAD/CAM,Dentures, Crown & Bridge and creating models. Friendly with excellent relationship building skills with Doctors and staff. Strong writing talents to accurately document cases.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Laboratory Technician
Expertec Dental Laboratory
Westland
09.2011 - Current
- Inspected finished products for quality control purposes before shipping them out for delivery.
- Fabricated, altered and repaired dental devices such as dentures, bridges, inlays and crowns.
- Treatment planning with Doctors and Diagnostic Wax Ups.
- Specialized in CAD/CAM and Implants.
- Designed wax patterns for casting metal frameworks for removable partials or complete dentures according to prescription instructions.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Rebuilt and replaced linings, wire sections, and missing teeth to repair dentures.
- Reviewed prescriptions from dentists to determine type of restoration required.
- Built and shaped wax teeth using small hand tools.
- Created models of patients' mouth by pouring plaster into dental impressions and allowing plaster to set.
- Molded wax over denture set-ups to form full contours of artificial gums.
- Provided customer service support over the phone or via email when needed.
- Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
- Assisted in the training of new technicians when needed.
- Created artificial teeth by bonding porcelain to metal, producing attractive and durable dental work.
- Communicated with dentists regarding patient needs and specifications for dental prostheses.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized CAD and CAM systems to create digital designs for custom-made dental appliances.
- Fabricated dental prostheses such as crowns, bridges, dentures and other appliances.
Dental Laboratory Technician
Professional Dental Studio
Westland
08.2001 - 09.2011
- Inspected finished products for quality control purposes before shipping them out for delivery.
- Fabricated, altered and repaired dental devices such as dentures, bridges, inlays and crowns.
- Created artificial teeth by bonding porcelain to metal, producing attractive and durable dental work.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Created accurate models from impressions for use in the production of dental appliances.
- Verified accuracy of prescriptions provided by dentists or orthodontists prior to beginning work on an appliance.
- Assisted in the fabrication of dental prostheses such as crowns, bridges, dentures and other appliances.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues about progress on projects as well as any potential problems encountered during production.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Skills
- Quality control
- CAD/CAM design
- Dental device fabrication
- Project management
- Prescription verification
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Training supervision
- Attention to detail
- Full denture construction
- Model and die work
- Diagnostic wax-ups
- Crown and bridge production
- Implant-supported restorations
- Wax-up techniques
- Pressable ceramics technique
- Flexible partial dentures
- Porcelain layering expertise
- Teeth Set-up techniques
- Digital smile design
- CAD and CAM technology
- Dental implants
Timeline
Dental Laboratory Technician
Expertec Dental Laboratory
09.2011 - Current
Dental Laboratory Technician
Professional Dental Studio
08.2001 - 09.2011