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–$100,000 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