口腔技术

Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where a dental
technician, on prescription of a dentist, makes any prosthesis or
appliance for the head and neck. This could consist of:Artificial
teeth such as complete dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges
and implant supported dentures in various materials such as acrylics,
alloys, and ceramics;Removable orthodontic appliances
consisting of springs and retainers in acrylic bases for the movement of
teeth. Mouth guards to protect against sports injuries;Maxillofacial appliances such as artificial eyes, ears, and facial prostheses that may be required after surgical treatment.Dental
technicians do not have direct contact with patients. Instead they work
in a dental laboratory where various prosthetic appliances are custom
made. Dental technicians can be thought of as artists who, with a
thorough understanding of dental materials science, use their artistic
skills to fabricate the form, colour and function of individual teeth or
maxillofacial prostheses for a patient. The fact that the product can
affect the health and appearance of a person demands of the technician a
high level of responsibility and accuracy. For this reason, the
profession of dental technology is registered under the Health
Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2004. Graduates with the Bachelor
of Dental Technology (BDentTech) degree are automatically entitled to
register with the New Zealand Dental Technicians Board.