We are seeking a highly skilled and artistic Dental Ceramist to join our premium dental laboratory team at Astro Dental Art in Calgary.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the layering, contouring, staining, and glazing of high-quality ceramic restorations including PFM, Zirconia, and IPS e.max. This role requires strong esthetic sense, morphology knowledge, and attention to detail to achieve natural and functional restorative outcomes.
Duties
Perform porcelain layering and buildup on PFM, Zirconia, and IPS e.max restorations
Contour anatomy and morphology to achieve natural tooth form and esthetics
Apply staining and glazing to match shade, translucency, and surface texture
Interpret prescriptions, shade information, and reference photos from dentists
Collaborate with CAD/CAM and crown & bridge departments to achieve optimal results
Adjust occlusion and proximal contacts during ceramic finishing
Conduct esthetic and functional quality control before case release
Maintain consistency in shade matching and esthetic standards
Follow laboratory protocols and production timelines
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Experience
Minimum 1+ years experience as a Dental Ceramist preferred
Solid experience with anterior and posterior ceramic restorations
Proficiency in layering ceramics for PFM, Zirconia, and IPS e.max
Excellent understanding of tooth morphology, shade, and esthetics
Ability to read prescriptions and shade guides accurately
High attention to detail and artistic skill
Ability to work efficiently in a production-oriented environment
Team-oriented with solid communication skills
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
In office parking
Paid time off
Vision care