- Definition
- An individual who has the skill and knowledge in the fabrication of dental appliances, prostheses and devices in accordance with a dentist's laboratory work authorization. To avoid misleading the public, no occupational title other than dental laboratory technician or certified dental technician (when appropriate) should be used to describe this auxiliary.
- Classification
- Dental Laboratory Technician
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: Comprehensive Policy Statement on Dental Auxiliaries, American Dental Association.