Dental Technician

Are you an experienced Dental Ceramist with a passion for producing exceptional aesthetic restorations? We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding dental laboratory in West Suffolk, seeking a talented Ceramist to join their highly skilled team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Technician who takes pride in delivering outstanding quality across a diverse range of NHS, private and implant cases. Working alongside experienced CAD/CAM technicians and clinicians, you’ll play a key role in producing premium restorations that achieve exceptional patient outcomes.

While experience with digital workflows and CAD/CAM software is advantageous, this position is primarily focused on high-quality ceramic layering, finishing and aesthetics.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality ceramic restorations, including crowns, bridges, veneers and implant restorations.
• Layer, stain and glaze restorations to achieve outstanding aesthetic and functional results.
• Work confidently with zirconia, IPS e.max and other modern restorative materials.
• Assess cases for shade, morphology and occlusal requirements.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure restorations meet both laboratory and clinician expectations.
• Collaborate closely with the CAD/CAM team to ensure seamless integration between digital design and ceramic finishing.
• Provide technical expertise on complex aesthetic and implant cases.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians regarding treatment planning, shade selection and technical requirements.
• Maintain accurate case records and consistently meet agreed turnaround times.
• Support continuous improvements in laboratory processes, quality standards and workflow efficiency.

About You

Essential

• Proven experience as a Dental Ceramist within a laboratory environment.
• Strong background in producing high-quality ceramic restorations for crown and bridge work, including implant cases.
• Excellent understanding of dental anatomy, morphology, occlusion and aesthetics.
• Experience working with layered ceramics, zirconia and IPS e.max restorations.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to delivering consistently high standards.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Desirable

• Experience using Exocad, 3Shape or similar dental CAD software.
• Knowledge of digital dentistry workflows and intra-oral scanning.
• Experience working within a private or cosmetic dental laboratory.
• Previous experience with implant restorations.
• Experience attending clinician consultations and shade-matching appointments.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000, depending on experience.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Modern laboratory equipped with the latest digital technology and workflows.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.

If you’re a skilled Dental Ceramist who is passionate about craftsmanship, aesthetics and delivering exceptional results, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a forward-thinking laboratory committed to quality, innovation and outstanding patient care.