Dental Laboratory Technology
2 Year Program
Harkness
Students will combine the art and science of the fabrication of corrective devices and replacements for natural teeth. Topics of study include: dental and oral anatomy, dental terminology, laboratory safety and infection control, and tooth morphology. Students will create orthodontics and restorations, all phases of complete dentures, crown and bridge restorations, ceramic and orthodontic techniques, and digital design, scanning, and milling. Students with an interest in dentistry, dental hygiene, and orthodontics may be interested in this course.
Program Highlights
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Dental laboratory technology is the art and science of the
fabrication of corrective devices and replacements for
natural teeth. -
Learn five specialties of dental laboratory technology:
complete denture, partial denture, crown and bridge
restoration, porcelain and ceramics, and orthodontics. -
Students will combine science, art, skill, and
craftsmanship to fabricate an appliance from beginning to
end.
College Agreements
- Bryant & Stratton College
Additional Information
- Students are responsible for purchasing a lab coat.
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Instructor Information
Harkness Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4070
Julie Jurgens