About the role
Dental technicians work on manufacturing dentures, crowns, bridges, and other dental replacement products. They combine craftsmanship with technical knowledge and often work on assignments from dentists. The education to become a dental technician takes place at vocational college level or equivalent educational paths.Responsibilities
Dental technicians are responsible for designing and producing customized dental replacement solutions. They interpret dentists' impressions and instructions to create functional and aesthetically pleasing dental products. Quality control and adaptation of the products to the patient's needs are central parts of the work.Skills and tools
Dental technicians need good manual dexterity and precision as well as knowledge about dental materials and techniques. They use tools such as grinding machines, ovens, and CAD/CAM systems to create prostheses. The ability to cooperate and to follow detailed instructions are important qualities. Common competencies demanded by employers are ortodonti/tandreglering, estetik and proteser.