Jennifer Merola
North Richland Hills,TEXAS
Summary
I am a Dedicated Dental Lab Technician who is proficient with 3shape software and some experience working with Exocad Dental. I am passionate about expanding my education in dentistry and digital design.
Since 2016 I have worked my way up through many positions starting in a model department, to cad/cam scanning in models, milling, and now designing full restoration and all custom abutments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Lab Technician
Quest Dental Lab
Arlington Texas
06.2020 - Current
- Fluent with Dental terminology and dental vocabulary
- Experience with 3shape dental design program and model builder.
- Efficiency with fabrication of crowns, bridges, and full arch restoration.
- Experience with designing custom abutments and ordering needed parts from Staumann, Vulcan, Nobel, Atlantis, etc.
- Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
- Creates esthetically pleasing full arch restoration to improve patient’s smile.
- Developed unique solutions for complex cases involving multiple restoration types.
- Efficient with Amann Girrbach and Ceremill equipment along with procedures for programs.
- Ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to technical challenges.
- Meticulous attention to detail to produce accurate and high-quality .
Dental Lab Technician
Aurora Dental Lab
Auburn, New York
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Worked with exocad scanning equipment to ensure clear images of model and accurate bite for fabrication of each order.
- Responsible for Green stating zirconia and Opaquing metal to match shade accurately .
- Became familiar with standard techniques of preparing impression, mixing stone, and filling impressions.
- Accurately trimmed and blocked dental models for optimal fits and function
Assistant Manager
Daddabbo’s Pizzeria
Jordan New York
03.2007 - 05.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Education
Associate Of Liberal Arts - Humanity And Social Science
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY05.2005
Skills
Attention to detail with artistic ability to produce the most functional and esthetically pleasing restorations
Active, listening, collaboration, conflict, resolution, and clear communication
Positive and motivated team member with good work ethic
Adaptable, fast learner, willing to learn and grow with company
Timeline
Dental Lab Technician
Quest Dental Lab
06.2020 - Current
Dental Lab Technician
Aurora Dental Lab
08.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Manager
Daddabbo’s Pizzeria
03.2007 - 05.2017
Associate Of Liberal Arts - Humanity And Social Science
Cayuga Community College