Dental Laboratory Technicians
Construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.
SOC: 51-9081.00
Common Job Titles
Dental CeramistDental Laboratory Technician (Dental Lab Tech)Dental Technician (Dental Tech)Denture Technician (Denture Tech)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Dental Laboratory Technicians (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
33,920
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $36,100 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $78,680 |
| Workers on average earn | $54,060 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Design3.8/5
- Administration and Management3.8/5
- English Language3.6/5
- Medicine and Dentistry3.6/5
- Production and Processing3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
Bookkeeping softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareComputer aided design and drafting CADD softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareComputer imaging softwareDatabase management softwareDental product design softwareDental product manufacturing software
Tools & Equipment
Acrylic cuttersAdjustable articulatorsAir compressorsAir scribesAmalgam dispensersAmalgam instrumentsAnatomic articulatorsArcon articulators