The Ceramist’s primary function is to fabricate a combination of anterior and posterior stain and glaze ceramics.
Essential Functions
Fabricate glaze ceramics proficiently using established criteria for proper tooth morphology, functionality, and maximum aesthetics.
Builds-up ceramic restoration by continuously applying layers of porcelain.
Polishes and finishes appliance to ensure smoothness and fit.
Applies stains and glazes to restorations to create a natural look to include Empress and E-Max.
Work with porcelain fused to zirconia using E-Max layering ceramic and porcelain fused to metal.
Fabricates and repairs dental prosthesis/dental appliances such as dentures, partials, crown and bridge, inlay/onlay, veneers and implant restorations.
Reads prescription included with case; constructs prostheses by following doctors’ written orders and instructions.
Communicates with colleagues and managers in a prompt articulate manner.
Uses a wide range of materials, such as metal (precious, non-precious, gold) or non-metal materials (porcelain, composite, acrylic, polyurethane, co-polyester, thermo plastic).
Replaces partial or total loss of natural teeth by constructing partial or full dentures (metal and non-metal).
Makes models of mouth and teeth from impressions taken by dentist.
Builds-up wax replicas of part or all of mouth and/or teeth on model.
Encases wax in mould material and melts away wax; replaces wax with plastic, metal, or ceramic materials to make replacement appliance.
Uses different kinds of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, sandblasters, paint brushes, carvers, etc).
Documents actions by completing forms, logs and reports.
Works closely with quality control specialists and addresses all issues regarding quality standards.
Follows quality standard protocol.
Recognizes and reports problem cases or cases that need additional prep work.