Dental Laboratory Technicians

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Dental Laboratory Technicians does

Dental laboratory technicians fabricate custom dental prosthetics like crowns, bridges, and dentures based on dentists' specifications and patient impressions. They use various materials and tools to create precise replacements that restore function and appearance.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.

Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers — $74,450/yr
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• Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers — $53,750/yr
• Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders — $43,220/yr
• Machinists — $58,750/yr