Frequently Asked Questioins

• What is a master dental technician?

  What is a Master Dental Technician - MDT. A master dental technician has been through an extensive course of study provided by the American Society of Master Dental Technologists and recognized by the National Board for Certification in Dental Technology

• Can I go straight to a dental technician?

  Can I go straight to a dental technician? Yes, you can pursue a dental technician role directly through an apprenticeship, bypassing the university

• What is another name for a dental technician?

  A dental lab technician (or dental technologist) is a healthcare provider who makes and repairs artificial teeth (prostheses) and appliances that go inside your mouth

• What is the difference between a dentist and a dental technician?

  While dentists are responsible for caring for patients by preventing and treating problems affecting the mouth and teeth, dental technicians develop the actual equipment needed to support this

• What does a dental technician do?

  Dental technicians (or dental technologists as they are often referred to) make the dentures, crowns, bridges and dental braces that improve patients\' appearance, speech and ability to chew