Edilberto Rosales Ruiz
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Experienced denturist with expertise in dental appliance design, production, enhancement and repair. Detail-oriented and systematic in testing dentures for optimal performance and fit. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with highly organized nature.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Denturist
Policlinico Carlos J. Finlay
Camaguey , Cuba
2010.04 - 2024.01
- Fabricated complete and partial dentures from wax patterns to finished product, ensuring accuracy of fit and bite.
- Provided guidance and instruction on proper denture care techniques to patients.
- Performed repairs, relines, and rebases for both complete and partial dentures.
- Conducted impressions using alginate or silicone material to obtain an accurate record of the patient's anatomy.
- Utilized knowledge of facial anatomy when designing prostheses that would provide optimal function while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for day-to-day operations.
Licensed Denturist
Clínica Estomatología La Vigía
Camaguey , Cuba
2000.10 - 2010.04
- Fabricated full and partial dentures, including immediate dentures for same-day service.
- Repaired or relined existing dentures to improve fit and comfort.
- Instructed patients on proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures.
- Performed minor adjustments such as trimming or reshaping acrylic bases to ensure a comfortable fit.
- Selected appropriate materials for fabrication based on patient needs and preferences.
- Created impressions using alginate material to capture teeth, gums, and other structures in the mouth.
- Modified dental prostheses by adding artificial teeth or changing the shape of the hard plastic base for a better fit.
- Adjusted occlusion between upper and lower sets of artificial teeth for improved chewing efficiency.
- Utilized laboratory equipment such as grinders, lathes, trimmers, furnaces, vacuum formers, presses, polishers, buffers, and articulators to fabricate custom dentures.
Denture Technician
Universidad de Ciencias Médicas Carlos J. Finlay
Camaguey , Cuba
1992.03 - 2000.10
- Conducted impressions using alginate or silicone material to obtain an accurate record of the patient's anatomy.
- Performed repairs, relines, and rebases for both complete and partial dentures.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Modeled patient mouth to produce accurate fits by using dental impression plaster and molds.
- Fabricated complete and partial dentures from wax patterns to finished product, ensuring accuracy of fit and bite.
- Provided guidance and instruction on proper denture care techniques to patients.
Denture Technician
Clinica Dental Esmeralda
Esmeralda, Camaguey , Cuba
1983.08 - 1992.03
- Conducted impressions using alginate or silicone material to obtain an accurate record of the patient's anatomy.
- Performed repairs, relines, and rebases for both complete and partial dentures.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Modeled patient mouth to produce accurate fits by using dental impression plaster and molds.
- Fabricated complete and partial dentures from wax patterns to finished product, ensuring accuracy of fit and bite.
- Provided guidance and instruction on proper denture care techniques to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
Universidad De Ciencias Médicas Carlos J. Finlay
Camaguey, Cuba2008-08
Associate of Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
Instituto Politécnico De La Salud OCP
Camaguey, Cuba1983-07
Skills
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Denturist
Policlinico Carlos J. Finlay
2010.04 - 2024.01
Licensed Denturist
Clínica Estomatología La Vigía
2000.10 - 2010.04
Denture Technician
Universidad de Ciencias Médicas Carlos J. Finlay
1992.03 - 2000.10
Denture Technician
Clinica Dental Esmeralda
1983.08 - 1992.03
Bachelor of Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
Universidad De Ciencias Médicas Carlos J. Finlay
Associate of Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
Instituto Politécnico De La Salud OCP
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