Dental Technologist at Smile 360 Dental Specialists

Smile 360 Dental Specialists - We are the leading dental clinic in Nigeria based on our customer’s satisfaction and awards won. Amongst many others, we are the “Winner of the Best Dental Service Provider of the year 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021 consecutively, by the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award”. We are also the first and only clinic with Orthodontics, Dento-facial Orthopaedics, and pediatric dentistry. Our other services include Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Implant Dentistry Endodontic, Family dentistry, and Periodontics.

Our practice is extremely customer-friendly, ensuring that every visit is stress-free, memorable, fun, and worthwhile. We are passionate about oral health, giving superior customer interaction, and first-class standard services that you would expect in London or Dubai. With proficient and tested professionals committed to making every visit to our world-class luxurious facility seamless and enjoyable at every level.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Dental Technologist

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Dental Laboratory Technologist is responsible for the design, fabrication, and repair of a wide range of dental prostheses and orthodontic appliances.
• The role requires precision, technical expertise, and the ability to interpret clinical prescriptions to produce high-quality, functional, and aesthetic dental restorations.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate dental restorations including full gold crowns, metal crowns, and porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns.
• Construct complete and partial dentures using both heat-cured and cold-cured (self-cure) techniques.
• Design and fabricate crown and bridge prostheses in line with prescribed specifications.
• Produce orthodontic appliances and bite registration devices.
• Examine patient casts and impressions to determine appropriate appliance design and fabrication approach.
• Interpret and evaluate dentist prescriptions to determine the most suitable materials and techniques for each case.
• Ensure all dental appliances meet required functional, aesthetic, and quality standards before delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of cases, materials used, and timelines.
• Adhere to infection control, health, and safety standards within the laboratory environment.
• Perform repairs and adjustments to existing dental appliances as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Dental Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–5 years’ experience in a dental laboratory setting.
• Proven hands-on experience in crown and bridge work, denture fabrication, and orthodontic appliances.
• Familiarity with both traditional and modern dental laboratory techniques (including digital workflows is an advantage).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical and manual dexterity skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to interpret clinical prescriptions and dental impressions accurately.
• Good understanding of dental materials and their applications.
• Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot fabrication issues.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2026.