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What is a temp teeth model?

Temp Teeth Models are dental appliances or mock-ups used to simulate the look and feel of permanent dental restorations, such as crowns, bridges, or veneers, before the final versions are made. These models help both patients and dental professionals visualize the anticipated results and make necessary adjustments to fit, shape, and color. Temp Teeth Models are usually made from acrylic or similar materials and are worn temporarily while the permanent restorations are being fabricated. They play an important role in ensuring patient satisfaction and functionality before the final dental work is completed.

What are the typical responsibilities and work environment for a temp teeth model?

As a Temp Teeth Model, you'll primarily be responsible for creating accurate dental impressions and models used for temporary dental restorations, such as crowns, bridges, or veneers. Your daily tasks may involve working closely with dental technicians and using precise tools and materials to replicate the structure of patients' teeth. The work environment is typically a clean, well-lit dental laboratory, and attention to detail is crucial to ensure that the temporary models fit comfortably and function correctly. Collaboration with dentists and dental assistants is common, as they rely on your models to deliver effective patient care. This role can provide valuable hands-on experience and a pathway to more advanced positions within dental laboratory technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temp teeth model?

To thrive as a dental model for temporary teeth, you need excellent oral hygiene, well-aligned teeth, and the ability to follow instructions, with no formal qualifications usually required. Experience with dental impression materials or familiarity with dental office protocols may be beneficial, and agencies may require a portfolio or photos. Punctuality, professionalism, and comfort in front of a camera are important soft skills that set candidates apart. These qualities ensure accurate dental product representation and efficient collaboration with dental professionals and photographers.

What is the difference between Temp Teeth Model vs Dental Laboratory Technician?

AspectTemp Teeth ModelDental Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically no formal certification requiredCertified dental technicians often required
Work EnvironmentDental offices, clinics, or labs for temporary useDental labs, manufacturing settings
Job RoleCreates temporary teeth models for patient proceduresDesigns and fabricates permanent dental prosthetics
UsageUsed for patient previews, treatment planningUsed for final restorations, crowns, bridges

The Temp Teeth Model is primarily used for creating temporary dental representations during treatment, while a Dental Laboratory Technician focuses on designing and producing permanent dental prosthetics. The roles differ mainly in purpose, certification requirements, and work environment, though both are essential in dental care processes.

Temp Teeth Model jobs near you

Registered Dental Assistant (Bilingual)

Lufkin, TX • On-site

Community Dental Partners
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Community Dental Partnersexternal

$15/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Registered Dental Assistant

Reports to: Practice Manager, Regional Manager
Key Partnerships: Operations, Clinical, Support Center
Department: Operations
Salary: $15/hr (based on experience)
Classification: Non-Except
Status: Temporary Full-Time

About this role: The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is responsible for supporting the Dentist during treatments, exams and treatment discussions with patients. This position is responsible for performing general RDA duties in collaboration with other team members. We are looking for team members who are focused on providing quality customer service and maintaining a strong professional relationship with others and a positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Greet and prepare patients for exams, completing digital charting and verifying codes with precision.
  • Capture quality x-ray images
  • Assist dentist with a variety of treatment procedures
  • Setting up and sterilizing exam and treatment rooms
  • Discussing treatment options, importance and follow up recommended care
  • Providing teeth polishing and sealant placement procedure (with required certifications)
  • Supporting with patient treatment appointment scheduling as requested
  • Sterilizing instruments and following cross contamination standards
  • Creating positive and uplifting patient environments by patient engagement before, during and after visits
  • Guiding parents and patients through post-care instructions
  • Assisting patients with company-provided prizes and dismissal
  • Understanding and adhering to HIPAA guidelines
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications: (Preferred)

  • Texas Issued Registered Dental Assistant Licensing
  • Sealant Placement, Nitrous Monitoring and Coronal Polishing Certifications preferred (if 2+ years of experience, company provides courses)
  • Digital x-ray and Digital Charting Experience

Key Skills and Abilities, Characteristics of a good fit:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, self-starter, and demonstrates initiative
  • Flexible and innovative; highly adaptable to dynamic business environment
  • High engagement; supportive of leadership and role model for company values and guiding behaviors
  • Strong demonstration of task completion and dedication to detail
  • Team Player and great interpersonal skills
  • Prompt and timely with work schedule
  • Amazing customer service skills, great at building relationships with new people

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health (PPO/HSA), Vision, Dental,
  • Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
  • Accident Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance Options
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Hep B and CPR Certifications
  • Company provided scrubs
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Company provided online learning courses
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Paid training
  • Employee fun days
  • Holiday celebrations
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Perks @ Work, Employee Discount Program


Schedule and Location:
Monday-Thursday
One Location - Lufkin Kids Dentistry (OTD Lufkin Dentistry)

CDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Internal ID: RDA200

Employment Type: TEMPORARY

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