Paula Schlensker
St Peters,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental Lab Technician with a proven record in denture repairs and quality assurance. Expertise in laboratory safety protocols and collaboration with dental professionals to deliver high-quality prosthetics.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Lab Technician
Affordable Dentures
City Of Saint Peters, MO
01.2017 - Current
- Fabricated high-quality dentures using advanced dental technology and equipment.
- Conducted precise adjustments to ensure optimal fit and comfort for patients.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to interpret laboratory prescriptions accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the lab environment to comply with safety standards.
- Trained new technicians on best practices and laboratory procedures for efficiency.
- Managed inventory of materials, ensuring availability for continuous production operations.
- Evaluated finished products for quality assurance, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Reduced turnaround time for dental appliances through effective time management and organization skills.
- Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Verified appliance conformance with specifications and accuracy of occlusion using micrometers, articulators, and other tools.
- Read prescriptions and specifications and examined models and impressions in order to determine design of dental products to be constructed.
- Meticulously inspected final products to ensure adherence to quality standards and dentist specifications.
- Placed tooth models on apparatus mimicking bites and movement of patients' jaw to evaluate functionality of models.
- Built and shaped artificial gums to achieve snug, comfortable fit in patient's mouth.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Adhered to specifications to craft well-fitting appliances.
- Established strong communication channels with team members and clients, enhancing collaboration efforts.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies were available for efficient production.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices, contributing to overall team success and skill development.
- Increased lab efficiency with streamlined processes for molding and casting procedures.
Dental Laboratory Technician
Aspen Dental
Marion, Il
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Fabricated dental prosthetics using CAD/CAM technology for improved precision and efficiency.
- Collaborated with dentists to ensure accurate specifications for custom dental solutions.
- Conducted quality control assessments to maintain high standards of craftsmanship in all products.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices in material handling and equipment operation.
- Streamlined production processes to reduce turnaround time while enhancing product quality.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Assisted functionality of completed models with help of apparatus mimicking human bite and adjusted devices to enhance performance.
- Verified appliance conformance with specifications and accuracy of occlusion using micrometers, articulators, and other tools.
- Built and shaped artificial gums to achieve snug, comfortable fit in patient's mouth.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA regulations concerning occupational safety within the workplace, promoting a healthy work environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing waste while maintaining adequate stock of necessary supplies for daily operations.
- Organized workflow effectively to meet or exceed established turnaround times without compromising quality of workmanship.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in the creation of intricate restorations, such as implant-supported prosthetics or partial dentures.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on all finished products, ensuring adherence to both dentist specifications and industry standards.
Dental Lab Technician
Aspen Dental
Evansville, IN
05.2009 - 12.2013
- Trained new technicians on best practices and laboratory procedures for efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced turnaround times.
- Managed inventory of materials, ensuring availability for continuous production operations.
- Evaluated finished products for quality assurance, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Dental Laboratory Technician
AC Dental
Carmi, IL
03.2006 - 04.2008
- Streamlined production processes to reduce turnaround time while enhancing product quality.
- Implemented new materials and techniques that improved patient satisfaction rates significantly.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of supplies for ongoing projects.
- Developed training materials for staff, enhancing overall team competency and performance efficiency.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Adhered to specifications to craft well-fitting appliances.
- Assisted functionality of completed models with help of apparatus mimicking human bite and adjusted devices to enhance performance.
- Verified appliance conformance with specifications and accuracy of occlusion using micrometers, articulators, and other tools.
- Built and shaped artificial gums to achieve snug, comfortable fit in patient's mouth.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA regulations concerning occupational safety within the workplace, promoting a healthy work environment.
Education
GED -
NCOE High School
Norris City, ILSkills
- Denture repairs
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Full denture construction
- Dental prosthetics
- Quality assurance practices
- Occlusion rims preparation
Timeline
Dental Lab Technician
Affordable Dentures
01.2017 - Current
Dental Laboratory Technician
Aspen Dental
01.2014 - 11.2016
Dental Lab Technician
Aspen Dental
05.2009 - 12.2013
Dental Laboratory Technician
AC Dental
03.2006 - 04.2008
GED -
NCOE High School