Hard Skills
IntermediateDental Impression TakingThe technical process of capturing negative molds of a patient's oral anatomy to create accurate diagnostic casts or final prosthetic models.
IntermediateProsthetic Waxing and CarvingThe manual skill of shaping wax to replicate gingival contours and tooth positioning for trial dentures.
Entry-levelInfection Control and SterilizationStrict adherence to health protocols to disinfect dental impressions, tools, and laboratory workspaces to prevent cross-contamination.
Entry-levelDenture Repair and ReliningThe ability to modify, fix, or update the fit of existing dentures by adding new resin or repairing fractured components.
AdvancedOcclusion and Articulation AnalysisUnderstanding the functional relationship between the upper and lower teeth to ensure proper bite alignment and comfort.
Entry-levelDental Material ScienceKnowledge of the chemical and physical properties of acrylics, resins, alloys, and impression materials used in denture fabrication.