Occupations

Dental technologists and technicians

Dental technologists and technicians
NOC 32112
  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Design, fabricate, modify or repair dental devices including full or partial dentures, orthodontic appliances, crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, clasps and bands, and implants
  • Ensure proper handling and control of hazardous materials, and adhere to laboratory infection control procedures as required
  • May consult with dentists or other specialists on problematic dental cases
  • May train and supervise other dental technicians and dental laboratory assistants in fabricating dentures and other dental devices
  • May conduct research in the science, techniques and practice of dental technology
  • May perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory.

Employment Requirements

  • Dental technologists and technicians are required to complete a college program in dental technology or four or more years of on-the-job training under the supervision of a registered dental technologist or technician.
  • Registration with a regulatory body is required for dental technologists and technicians in all provinces except in Manitoba and the territories.

Additional Information

3223 continues as 32112 and part transferred to 33100