Bruce Barvi

Design prosthetics using 3Shape and Medit software, including complete dentures, partials, flexible partials, monolithic restorations, flippers, custom trays, wax-ups, and repairs. Refine scan data to ensure accuracy before finalizing designs. Solely responsible for operating the PM7 Milling Machine, handling teeth, dentures, CoCr, and Emax milling.

Dental Lab Technician at United Dental Lab LED (2025-11 – Present)

• Design prosthetics using 3Shape and Medit software, including complete dentures, partials, flexible partials, monolithic restorations, flippers, custom trays, wax-ups, and repairs.
• Refine scan data to ensure accuracy before finalizing designs.
• Solely responsible for operating the PM7 Milling Machine, handling teeth, dentures, CoCr, and Emax milling.
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve machine issues as they arise.
• Experienced with custom trays, baseplates, bite blocks, putty matrices, and processing milled monolithic partials and complete dentures.

Dental Lab Technician at Hallmark Dental Laboratory (2022-09 – 2025-10)

• Created and shaped physical molds including model boxing and pouring, duplicates, trim, and articulate models.
• Performed die and model trimming, bite checks and adjustments, and articulation for crown and bridge work.
• Trained two new employees in department procedures.
• Managed files across three 3D printers simultaneously (Carbon, Asiga, DentaJet).
• Cleaned and cured models with a high degree of precision and accuracy, consistently meeting departmental timelines.
• Trained new employees on all three 3D printing systems.
• Designed an average of 10–13 dentures per day using 3Shape and Medit software, including complete dentures, partials, flexible partials, partials on metal frameworks, flexible partials on metal frameworks, baseplates, custom trays, and flippers/monolithics.
• Assisted with sleep bite plate design as needed.
• Trained new employees in CAD software use and digital denture design workflows.

Early Childhood Educator / Teacher's Assistant at Halifax Christian Academy (2020-06 – 2022-08)

• Cared for children aged 18 months to 8 years, managing daily routines including meals, rest, guided learning, and cleanup in compliance with childcare guidelines.
• Provided 1-on-1 support for children with autism, assisting with play management, mealtime, and developmental encouragement.
• Supported private school teachers by decorating classrooms, designing crafts, and managing classroom organization.

– Athabasca University