Dental Metrics Maven
Dental Technician Cad Cam Designer/Finisher
Dunwoody, Georgia•Full-time
$80,000 - $100,000 annually
$80,000 - $100,000 annually
About the Job
Location: 30 minutes North of Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite
Base Salary: $80,000–$100,000 annually, depending on experience
Additional Compensation: Performance-based incentives, with total earning potential exceeding $100,000 based on results.
Position Overview:
A growing dental laboratory in the North Atlanta area is seeking a highly experienced Dental Laboratory Technician with advanced skills in CAD/CAM design, ceramic restorations, and anterior aesthetics.
This opportunity is ideal for a well-rounded technician who can independently manage digital Crown & Bridge production, from design through final finishing, while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and precision.
The ideal candidate combines strong digital capabilities with hands-on ceramic artistry and is comfortable taking ownership of technical workflows. There is also potential to move into a broader laboratory leadership or management role as the operation grows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle Crown & Bridge restorations from digital design through fabrication and final finishing.
- Design and produce zirconia, e.max/lithium disilicate, veneers, and other fixed restorations.
- Perform advanced ceramic contouring, layering, staining, glazing, and characterization, particularly for anterior aesthetic cases.
- Work with CAD/CAM software, milling equipment, sintering furnaces, and digital production systems.
- Review completed restorations for marginal fit, contacts, occlusion, anatomy, shade, and overall aesthetics.
- Troubleshoot technical and production issues to maintain consistent quality and turnaround times.
- Coordinate case priorities and contribute to efficient daily laboratory workflows.
- Communicate with dentists regarding case planning, restorative requirements, and complex cases.
- Support equipment setup, workflow improvements, and production efficiency.
- Potentially assist with training and overseeing additional technicians as the team expands.
Qualifications
Required:
- Extensive experience in fixed dental restorations and Crown & Bridge production.
- Strong proficiency in digital CAD/CAM design and production workflows.
- Advanced experience with zirconia and lithium disilicate restorations.
- Excellent ceramic finishing, staining, glazing, contouring, and characterization skills.
- Strong understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, materials, and anterior aesthetics.
- Ability to independently manage cases and troubleshoot technical challenges.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
- 5+ years of dental laboratory experience.
- Advanced experience with anterior restorations, veneers, and ceramic layering.
- Experience with full-arch restorations.
- Previous lead technician, training, or supervisory experience.
- CDT certification.
- Experience improving digital workflows or implementing laboratory equipment.
Compensation & Career Opportunities:
- $80,000–$100,000 base salary, depending on experience.
- Performance-based incentives, with potential total compensation exceeding $100,000 annually.
- Opportunity for professional growth into laboratory leadership or management.
- Modern digital laboratory environment with advanced technology.
- Opportunity to contribute to workflow development, production standards, and ongoing laboratory growth.
Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for a versatile, highly skilled dental technician who is equally comfortable with digital design and hands-on ceramic finishing, with particular strength in high-end anterior aesthetics.
The right individual will be technically independent, detail-oriented, and motivated to play an important role in a growing laboratory.
To Apply: Please submit your resume highlighting your experience in CAD/CAM, Crown & Bridge, and ceramics. Photos or a portfolio of completed work, particularly anterior aesthetic restorations, are strongly encouraged.