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Dental Laboratory
Technologist |
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| Dental laboratory technicians make and repair dental restorations and appliances such as dental crowns and bridges, orthodontics appliances, dentures and other dental appliances. Dental laboratory technicians work with a wide variety of dental materials including ceramics, precious metal, acrylics, and gypsum. A thorough knowledge of dental anatomy and oral structures is essential as they examine impressions and models of the teeth and use this information to make the dental restoration or appliance as prescribed by a dentist. |
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| WORK ENVIRONMENT Work Environment: Dental laboratory technologists work in dental offices, commercial laboratories, research settings and dental schools. HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION A high school diploma or equivalent with courses in math, biology and chemistry are recommended. Good manual dexterity is helpful. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS Dental laboratory technologists complete a two-year (seven quarters) program which qualifies them to take written and practical examinations given by the National Board of Certification of the National Association of Dental Laboratories. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY Entry level $16,000 with a potential of $30,000 with experience. |
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