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Dental Prosthetist

Assesses, treats and manages patients for patient-removable prostheses, including implant-retained overdentures and flexible mouthguards for sport.

Also known as: Clinical Dental Technician

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Main tasks

  • Assesses, treats and provides removable dentures and dental appliances to patients
  • Consults with patients to determine their dental prosthetic needs
  • Designs, constructs, fits, adjusts and repairs dentures and mouthguards according to patient specifications
  • Takes impressions and records of mouths for the manufacture of splints, stents, sleep apnoea or anti-snoring devices, and immediate dentures
  • Provides advice and education on proper care and maintenance of dentures and mouthguards
  • Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care

Registration & licensing

Registration or licensing is required.

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