1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 3 Associate Professionals >> 34 Health and Welfare Associate Professionals >> 349 Miscellaneous Health and Welfare Associate Professionals >> 3492 Dental Associate Professionals >> 3492-15 Dental Technician

3492-15	Dental Technician
	Dental Prosthetist

Constructs and repairs dentures and other dental devices.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

receives and interprets written orders from dentists
fabricates full and partial dentures
constructs metal clasps, inlays, bridgework and other aids
repairs, makes additions or relines denture bases
constructs maxillofacial appliances
may fit dentures

Specialisations:
Orthodontic Technician