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Occupation

269132 Dental Prosthetist

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

269132 Dental Prosthetist

Assesses, treats and manages patients for patient-removable prostheses, including implant-retained overdentures and flexible mouthguards for sport.

Registration or licensing is required.

Alternative title

  • Clinical Dental Technician

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Assesses, treats and provides removable dentures and dental appliances to patients
  • Consults with patients to determine their dental prosthetic needs
  • Designs, constructs, fits, adjusts and repairs dentures and mouthguards according to patient specifications
  • Takes impressions and records of mouths for the manufacture of splints, stents, sleep apnoea or anti-snoring devices, and immediate dentures
  • Provides advice and education on proper care and maintenance of dentures and mouthguards
  • Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care