How to Answer: Which dental specialties are you certified in?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Dental Laboratory Technician job interview.
17. Which dental specialties are you certified in?
How to Answer
If you aren't certified in any particular skill, don't stress about this question. Tell the interviewer about how many months/years experience you have and that you would like to become certified. Telling the interviewer that you would want to become certified shows them that you are interested in investing in your career.
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Entry Level
"As I am new to my career as a dental laboratory technician, I do not yet have a specialty. Are you looking for a particular specialty in this role? I am willing to take on any topic to grow in this role as continued education is mutually beneficial."
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Answer Example
"I'm certified in crowns, bridges, and ceramics. I haven't had the opportunity to work much with dentures but am looking forward to learning and becoming certified in a new skill."
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Experienced
"I specialize in the creation of dentures. I also have an intermediate level of exposure in ceramics, and bridges. I love the idea of continued education and will do what it takes to succeed in this role. Do you have any immediate suggestions for additional areas of focus?"
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