Job Description

Full-Arch CAD/CAM Designer & Finishing Ceramist – Full-Time, In-Person

Location: Bluffton, SC

A premier, high-end dental practice in Bluffton, SC is seeking a highly skilled Full-Arch CAD/CAM Designer and Finishing Ceramist to join their in-house laboratory team. This is a unique opportunity for a technician with expertise in both digital design and ceramic finishing to contribute to complex, aesthetic-driven restorations in a fully fee-for-service environment.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in both the design and finishing phases of high-quality full-arch prosthetics. Ideal candidates will have experience with full-arch implant restorations (All-on-X), aesthetic smile design cases, and be comfortable collaborating with clinical and lab teams. This role offers significant growth potential as our in-house lab expands across multiple practice locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design full-arch implant restorations, including All-on-X cases, as well as crowns, bridges, veneers, and abutments using Exocad or 3Shape.
• Execute the final finishing and layering of ceramic restorations to meet high esthetic standards.
• Collaborate with prosthodontists, surgeons, and lab technicians to plan and complete complex restorative and aesthetic cases.
• Manage digital workflows from intraoral scans through final prosthetic delivery.
• Operate and maintain in-house 3D printing and milling systems, including calibration, material management, and routine maintenance.
• Maintain and optimize software and hardware systems.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and contribute to lab process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in dental CAD/CAM design and ceramic finishing.
• Proficiency with Exocad or 3Shape design software.
• Strong experience with aesthetic restorations and full-arch implant workflows.
• Hands-on experience with dental lab equipment including mills and 3D printers.
• Deep understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and smile design.
• High attention to detail, excellent hand skills, and commitment to precision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Portfolio required – please be prepared to present work samples if contacted for an interview.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $80,000–$120,000 annually , commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits package including:
• Health insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Continuing education opportunities.

Work Environment:

• Full-time, in-person position.
• State-of-the-art facility with a collaborative, quality-focused team.
• In-house lab poised for growth across multiple locations.
• Opportunity to work on high-end, life-changing restorative and aesthetic cases using the latest digital technologies.

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