This course covers the history as well as the legal and ethical aspects of the laboratory profession and in-depth studies of the certification program. Topics include dental laboratory history, dentist-laboratory relationships, certification preparation, and legal and ethical requirements of dental laboratories and technicians. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical requirements of the dental laboratory profession and dental history. Emphasis is on bonding dental porcelain on base metal alloys, margination, contouring, shading, and soldering. This course provides practical experience in the commercial laboratory setting.
Emphasis is on all laboratory techniques pertaining to the specialty area.
Upon completion, students should be able to function effectively in the commercial dental laboratory environment.