JOSEPH AYUK
@josephayuk
Chief dental technologist specializing in restorative prosthetics, ceramics, and implant superstructures.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Chief Dental Technologist in the Restorative Department, working on prosthetic dental laboratory cases with a strong focus on ceramics and implant superstructures. My day-to-day work centers on designing and fabricating high-quality crowns, bridges, and implant restorations, while ensuring patient jobs are supervised “to their finish.”
I’ve led ceramics/implant superstructure work since 2009, communicating with clients, advising on appropriate materials and equipment, and making recommendations for the dental laboratory unit. I also supervise junior dental technologists and interns on bench work, and I teach resident dental doctors and students on practical dental laboratory procedures.
Beyond bench production, I’ve supported lab operations as an Assistant Manager—handling stock taking and record keeping, preparing material purchase lists, coordinating bench work and assignments, and helping with staff interviews. My objective is to be “a team player” and “impart knowledge and training to students and other Professionals,” strengthening both technical outcomes and teamwork.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Dental Technologist
Bayero University Kano
May 2015 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Led restorative prosthetic laboratory operations, designing and fabricating crown/bridge work, ceramic implant superstructures, and cobalt-chromium removable prostheses. Trained dental technologists and interns, supervised patient jobs to completion, and advised on appropriate materials and lab equipment for cases.
Head of Ceramics Unit
Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital
Feb 2009 - Present (17 years 1 month)
Managed the ceramics/implant superstructure unit by designing and fabricating implant superstructures and ceramic crowns and bridges. Supervised junior dental technologists and interns and taught resident dental doctors dental laboratory procedures and practical workflows.
Assistant Lab Manager
Smile Dental Ceramics Lab
Jan 2007 - Dec 2009 (2 years 11 months)
Managed laboratory inventory and records, including tracking materials, identifying shortages, and preparing purchasing lists. Coordinated benchwork assignments, supported job delivery scheduling to clinics, and conducted interviews for new staff.
Senior Dental Technologist
Smile Dental Ceramics Lab
Jun 2002 - Dec 2006 (4 years 6 months)
Designed and fabricated plastic dentures, cobalt-chromium denture frameworks, removable and fixed orthodontic appliances, and ceramic crowns and bridges. Adjusted crowns/bridges for clinic cases and trained dental technology interns on laboratory procedures.
Dental Technologist I
Dental Surgery/Incisal Dental Laboratory
Sep 1999 - May 2002 (2 years 8 months)
Fabricated plastic dentures, cobalt-chromium denture base frameworks, removable orthodontic appliances, and ceramic crowns and bridges. Produced restorative prosthetic work for clinic cases using bench and fabrication workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy
Bachelor of Dental Technology (B.Tech), Dental Technology
Pursued a Bachelor of Dental Technology (B.Tech) at the Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy, Enugu, with results pending as of December 2023.
Medi Secondary School, Kaduna
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), General Education
Obtained the West African Senior School Certificate from Medi Secondary School (June 2013).
Academia Dental International School
Master Level in Combination Techniques, Dental Prosthetics / Combination Techniques
Completed a Master Level program in Combination Techniques (Removal/Telescopic Double Crowning) at Academia Dental International School (September 2012).
Academia Dental International School
Master in Aesthetic Solution on Implants, Implant Restorations / Dental Aesthetics
Completed a Master in Aesthetic Solution on Implants at Academia Dental International School (August 2010).
First Computer College, Kaduna
Diploma in Data Processing (Computer Education), Computer Education
Completed a diploma in data processing / computer education at First Computer College (March 2001).
Alliance Française, Paris
Certificate in Practical French, French Language
Completed a Certificate in Practical French at Alliance Française in Paris (January 2001).
Federal School of Dental Technology and Therapy
Certificate in Dental Technology (CDT), Dental Technology
Completed a Certificate in Dental Technology (CDT) at the Federal School of Dental Technology and Therapy (November 1998).
Union Comprehensive High School B’Akagbe
Cameroon General Certificate of Education (GCE O-Level), General Education
Completed the Cameroon General Certificate of Education (CGCE- O’Level) at Union Comprehensive High School (June 1992).
Catholic Primary School, Etoko Mile 22
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC), Primary Education
Completed the First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) at Catholic Primary School (June 1986).
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