Job Description
Dental Laboratory Technician (Implant-Focused)
(Lab Technician)
Employment Type: Locum or Full-time Permanent
Location: Stockport (In-person)
Day rates or Salary to be discussed
About the Role
A leading, technology-driven implant and restorative dentistry centre is seeking skilled Dental Laboratory Technicians to join its expanding in-house digital lab team. The clinic operates at the forefront of digital dentistry, with full access to 3D scanners, CAD/CAM systems, milling units, and advanced implant planning technologies.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who thrives in a modern, innovative, high-end implant environment.
Role Overview
The Dental Laboratory Technician (Lab Technician) will work closely with dentists, implantologists, and the digital design team to produce high-quality implant prosthetics and restorative solutions. This includes involvement in digital workflows, prosthetic planning, and the fabrication of implant-supported restorations.
We welcome applicants with strong attention to detail, excellent craftsmanship, and a passion for advanced digital and implant laboratory work.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, fabricate, and finish implant-supported prosthetics including crowns, bridges, overdentures, and full-arch restorations.
* Work with digital dentistry systems including 3Shape, Exocad, or equivalent CAD/CAM platforms.
* Process, characterise, and finish zirconia, composite, acrylic, and hybrid prosthetic materials.
* Support digital implant planning through collaboration with the clinical team.
* Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy, aesthetics, and fit.
* Manage and prepare digital and conventional impressions.
* Produce wax-ups, try-in prototypes, and verification models.
* Communicate effectively with clinicians and team members to meet case requirements and deadlines.
* Follow laboratory safety protocols, infection control procedures, and documentation standards.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Dental Technician within a prosthetic or implant laboratory.
* Strong understanding of implant restorative workflows.
* Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., 3Shape, Exocad, or similar).
* Skilled in designing and fabricating implant prosthetics.
* Excellent manual dexterity, craftsmanship, and aesthetic awareness.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
* High standard of organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Desirable Experience
* Experience with full-arch restorations (All-on-4 / All-on-6).
* Experience with advanced digital milling or 3D printing.
* Knowledge of occlusion principles and functional design.
* Previous work in a specialist implant or digital laboratory environment.
Benefits
* Flexible working (locum or permanent)
* Access to advanced digital implant technology
* Supportive and collaborative clinical-lab environment
* On-site parking