Thomas Chacko
Hillcrest ,Auckland
Summary
I am from India. I am 43 years old.I have worked as a Dental Technician for over 20 years in various Dental Laboratories in India. More experience in fabricating ceramic crown and bridges.
It has been 5 months since I arrived in New Zealand with my family. My wife is a Registered Nurse at North Shore Hospital. Children study here in Year 8 and Year 5. Currently, I am holding New Zealand work visa for 3 Years. We are staying at Hillcrest, Auckland.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Technician
Newland Dental Lab
Karunagappally, Kollam Dist, Kerala State, India
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Loaded newly constructed teeth into porcelain furnaces to bake porcelain onto metal framework.
- Removed excess metal or porcelain and polished surfaces of prostheses or frameworks using polishing machines.
- Ensured precise color matching of dental prosthetics, improving patient satisfaction rates.
- Read prescriptions or specifications and examined models or impressions to determine design of dental products to be constructed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
- Prepared metal surfaces for bonding with porcelain to create artificial teeth.
- Continuously updated knowledge in new materials and technologies, resulting in improved product offerings for clients.
- Constructed artificial metal and porcelain teeth with attractive finishes and durable frameworks.
Proprietor & Dental Technician
Toms Dental Arts
Thiruvalla, Kerala State, India
06.2011 - 03.2018
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed finances, budgeting, and forecasting to optimize business growth and profitability.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday.
- Mixed porcelain and other materials for tooth molds used in offices and laboratories with high-quality and accurate results.
- Increased laboratory productivity by streamlining workflow processes for crown and bridge production.
- Tested completed appliances for functionality before shipping them to patients or dental offices.
Chief Dental Technician
S.R Dental Laboratories
Jayanagar, Bangalore, Karnataka State, India
11.2004 - 05.2011
- Built and shaped wax teeth for patient replacements after reading and double-checking prescriptions and patient needs.
- Reduced remake rates with meticulous attention to detail during model and die preparation.
- Regularly communicated with clients to clarify prescription instructions when necessary, minimizing errors and avoiding delays in completion of cases.
- Increased laboratory productivity by streamlining workflow processes for denture and crown production.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case challenges, share knowledge, and collaborate on best practices for improved laboratory efficiency.
Dental Laboratory Technician
J.J Dental Laboratory
Changanacherry, Kerala State, India
03.2001 - 10.2004
- Completed repairs on various types of apparatus, monitoring work closely to maintain accuracy and meet patient needs.
- Assisted functionality of completed models with help of apparatus mimicking human bite and adjusted devices to enhance performance.
- Inspected broken or out-of-date apparatus for special specifications before repairing and making new one
Education
Senior Secondary - Chemistry, Biology, Physics
National Institution of Open Schooling
Kerala, India 04.2020
Dental Laboratory Technology - Fabricating Ceramic Crown And Bridges.
J. J Dental Laboratory
Changanacherry, Kerala State, India 03.2001
SSLC -
Board of Public Examination,Govt of Kerala, India
Kerala, India 03.1996
Skills
- Wax-up Techniques
- Quality Assurance Practices
- Buffing wheels
- Impression fabrication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Equipment Operation
- Material Selection Expertise
- Dental Ceramic Artistry
- Cast mounting
- Porcelain Layering Expertise
Timeline
Dental Technician
Newland Dental Lab
05.2020 - 07.2023
Proprietor & Dental Technician
Toms Dental Arts
06.2011 - 03.2018
Chief Dental Technician
S.R Dental Laboratories
11.2004 - 05.2011
Dental Laboratory Technician
J.J Dental Laboratory
03.2001 - 10.2004
Senior Secondary - Chemistry, Biology, Physics
National Institution of Open Schooling
Dental Laboratory Technology - Fabricating Ceramic Crown And Bridges.
J. J Dental Laboratory
SSLC -
Board of Public Examination,Govt of Kerala, India