Dental Stain and Glaze Technician, Argen Corporation
San Diego, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
Detail-oriented Dental Stain and Glaze Technician with 4+ years of experience in ceramic finishing for crowns, veneers, and bridges. Skilled in applying stains and glazes using manual and airbrushing techniques to achieve lifelike esthetics. Strong understanding of color theory, shade matching, and ceramic firing processes. Committed to delivering high-quality restorations that exceed patient expectations.
Core Competencies
Professional Experience
Dental Laboratory Technician – Ceramic Department
ABC Dental Lab, San Diego, CA
Jan 2021 – Present
SmileWorks Dental Studio, San Diego, CA
Jun 2018 – Dec 2020
Education
Certified Dental Technician (CDT) – Ceramics
National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology
High School Diploma
San Diego High School
Certifications
Technical Skills
- Ceramic Staining & Glazing
- Shade Matching (Vita Guides)
- Airbrushing & Hand Application
- Ceramic Furnace Operation
- Quality Control & Case Documentation
- Color Theory & Esthetic Design
- cGMP & ISO 13485 Compliance
Dental Laboratory Technician – Ceramic Department
ABC Dental Lab, San Diego, CA
Jan 2021 – Present
- Applied stains and glazes to crowns, veneers, and bridges using manual and airbrush techniques for natural esthetics.
- Matched shades accurately using prescription details and Vita shade guides.
- Operated ceramic furnaces for proper firing and curing, ensuring structural integrity and color accuracy.
- Conducted quality inspections under magnification to maintain high standards.
- Maintained detailed case documentation and supported inventory management.
SmileWorks Dental Studio, San Diego, CA
Jun 2018 – Dec 2020
- Assisted senior technicians in ceramic layering and finishing processes.
- Prepared and organized cases for staining and glazing procedures.
- Gained hands-on experience with ceramic furnaces and curing processes.
Certified Dental Technician (CDT) – Ceramics
National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology
High School Diploma
San Diego High School
- CDT – Ceramics Specialty
- OSHA Safety Training
- Ceramic Furnaces (Programat, VITA Vacumat)
- Shade Matching Tools (Vita Classic, Vita 3D-Master)
- Airbrush Systems & Fine Detailing Brushes
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