Denture Set-Up Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Udell Dental Lab
St. Louis Park, Minnesota

Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 5+ years required

Udell Dental Lab is actively recruiting an experienced Denture Set‑Up Technician to join our production team in St. Louis Park, MN. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who takes pride in craftsmanship, works efficiently under pressure, and can manage volume without sacrificing quality.

If you have extensive experience with full dentures, partial dentures, and finish wax
, and you are looking for long-term stability with strong benefits, we want to hear from you.

• Set up full dentures with accurate occlusion, esthetics, and phonetics
• Set up partial dentures according to prescriptions and lab standards
• Complete finish waxing to a high aesthetic and functional standard
• Read and interpret dental prescriptions, models, and work orders
• Maintain productivity in a high-volume production environment
• Meet daily deadlines while maintaining consistent quality
• Work collaboratively with lab management and other technicians
• Keep workstations clean, organized, and compliant with lab protocols

• Tooth mold and shade
• Occlusal scheme (lingualized, balanced, monoplane, etc.)
• Midline, smile line, vertical dimension
• Any special instructions from the dentist

This is not mechanical work—
judgment and experience matter
.

For full dentures, the tech:

• Places anterior teeth for:
  • Proper midline
  • Lip support
  • Phonetics
  • Esthetics
• Sets posterior teeth to:
  • Proper occlusion
  • Correct vertical dimension
  • Balanced or prescribed occlusal scheme
• Ensures symmetry and anatomical accuracy

For removable partial dentures, the tech must:

• Set teeth to align with existing dentition
• Consider clasp positions and framework design
• Ensure proper occlusion with natural teeth
• Maintain natural esthetics and spacing

Partial setups require extra awareness of occlusion and function
.

Many set‑up techs also:

• Contour gingival wax
• Create natural anatomy and festooning
• Smooth and refine wax for processing
• Prepare cases for dentist try‑in or final processing

Finish wax quality affects processing accuracy and final esthetics
.

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience as a denture set‑up technician
• Proven expertise in:
  • Full dentures
  • Partial dentures
  • Finish wax
• Strong understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and esthetics
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable performing under pressure and handling production demands
• Strong attention to detail and professional work ethic

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to retain top talent:

• $22–$25/hour
  , based on experience
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Stable, full-time employment
• Supportive and professional lab environment
• Long-term growth opportunities with an established dental laboratory

• Consistent workflow and job stability
• Respect for skilled technicians and craftsmanship
• Professional, team-oriented work culture
• Commitment to quality and efficiency