Dental Technician Assistant
しかぎこうしじょしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Healthcare Assistants
- Minor : Other Healthcare Assistants
Summary
A job that assists dental technicians with the fabrication of dental prostheses, prepares materials and equipment, performs cleaning, inspection, and tidying up based on instructions from dental technicians.
Description
Dental technician assistants work under the instructions of dental technicians to assist in the production of dental prostheses (such as crowns, bridges, and dentures). Main duties include assisting with plaster model creation, preparing and cleaning up wax-up and casting equipment, assisting with polishing and finishing tasks, and cleaning and sterilizing tools. They also manage material inventory, maintain workplace hygiene, and perform simple inspections. Specialized tasks are performed by dental technicians, while assistants support smooth workflow.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to increasing demand for dentures and prosthetics from the aging population. On the other hand, with the spread of CAD/CAM technology, acquisition of digital skills is becoming necessary.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Hygiene Awareness / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Attend Dental Technician Training School → Dental Technician → Chief Dental Technician → Dental Laboratory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Equipment Operation / Dexterity / Hygiene Management / Plaster Model Handling
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Basics / Communication Skills / Dental Materials Science
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Involves many delicate tasks requiring precision. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows instructions and performs routine tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Primarily basic measurement tasks; no need for advanced analysis. |
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- Dental Assistant
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