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Kalina Pietrzak

Bristol,England

Summary

Accomplished dental technician with expertise in digital workflow, 3D printing and zirconia milling, and the creation of surgical guides. Experienced in collaborating with prosthetic dentists and oral surgeons to achieve optimal treatment outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently delivering high-quality restorations. Open to new opportunities and challenges abroad, eager to apply technical expertise in an international setting.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Dental Technician, Exocad Specialist

Scan_lab sp. z o.o.
Lodz, Poland
06.2023 - Current
  • Digital dental design – Designing veneers, crowns, bridges on abutments and implants using Exocad.
  • Implant-supported restorations – Working with a variety of implant systems (include multiunits) to ensure precise and functional prosthetics.
  • Digital occlusal appliances – Designing bite splints (e.g., Michigan splints) in Exocad for occlusal therapy.
  • Surgical guide design – Creating surgical guides in Blue Sky Plan for accurate implant placement.
  • Treatment planning – Collaborating with prosthetic dentists and oral surgeons to plan and execute complex restorative cases.
  • Consulting servieces – Advising on the best dental materials for durability, aesthetics, and functionality.
  • Team collaboration – Working closely with other dental technicians to ensure high-quality results and seamless workflow.

Dental technician, CAD/CAM Specialist

M&M Nytko
Piotrków Trybunalski, Poland
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Digital crowns & bridges design – Designed crowns and bridges on abutments and implants using Exocad for precise and functional restorations.
  • 3D printer operation – Operated and maintained a 3D printer for creating accurate models and prototypes.
  • Milling machines operation – Managed the milling machines to produce high-precision dental restorations.
  • Firing zirconia restorations – Handled the zirconia furnace for sintering and achieving high-quality ceramic restorations.
  • Material consultation – Collaborated with dentists to select the best materials for each case based on aesthetics and durability.

Dental technician, Exocad specialist

Cerec_lab
Lublin, Poland
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Digital dental design – Designed crowns and bridges on abutments and implants using Exocad for precision and aesthetics.
  • Handmade occlusal splints – Focused on splint pressure adjustments to ensure patient comfort and proper function.
  • Restoration characterization – Performed staining and glazing of zirconia and characterization of composite restorations for a natural look.
  • Material consultation – Discussed material choices with dentists to achieve the best outcomes in durability and aesthetics.
  • Workflow optimization – Provided input on digital workflows to enhance efficiency and treatment success.

Education

Postgraduated studies - Biomaterials for materials

AGH University
Cracow, Poland
10.2022 - 06.2023

Master of Science - Dental techniques

Medical University of Lodz
Lodz, Poland
08.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Dental techniques

Medical University of Lodz
Lodz, Poland
08.2017 - 06.2020

Skills

    Digital prosthetics:

  • Veneers, crowns and bridges construction on abutments, implants or multiunits
  • Full-arch bridges and all-on-x constructions
  • Digital smile workflow
  • Individual abutments, metal substructures, split bridges
  • Exocad and 3shape enviroment
  • Implantology:

  • Surgical guides creating
  • Radiographic interpretation
  • Oral anatomy understanding
  • Blue Sky Plan and Exoplan
  • Orthodontics:

  • Press-on appliances
  • Bite splits (Michigan, Cois) in Exocad
  • General:

  • Knowledge of dental materials, laboratory and clinical procedures
  • 3D printer and software support
  • Operation of milling machines

Certification

  • Winner of University Founding Competiton with "Change in the composition of composite"
  • Founding and Running Students Biomaterials Club
  • "Surgical Guides - it's more than implants positioning" Step I and II
  • "Composite characterisation with GC products" Wiligała Lab

Affiliations

  • Mindfulness and self-development
  • Traveling and exploring new cultures
  • Jazz and classic music
  • Spending time with my dog

Timeline

Dental Technician, Exocad Specialist

Scan_lab sp. z o.o.
06.2023 - Current

Dental technician, CAD/CAM Specialist

M&M Nytko
03.2023 - 06.2023

Postgraduated studies - Biomaterials for materials

AGH University
10.2022 - 06.2023

Dental technician, Exocad specialist

Cerec_lab
09.2022 - 07.2023

Master of Science - Dental techniques

Medical University of Lodz
08.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Dental techniques

Medical University of Lodz
08.2017 - 06.2020
Kalina Pietrzak