Dental Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Dental and ophthalmic laboratory technicians and medical appliance technicians construct, fit, or repair devices that increase function in the lives of patients. These devices include dentures, eyeglasses, and prosthetic.

Salary:

$33,070 per year 
$15.90 per hour

Education:

Although there are no formal educational requirements to become a dental or ophthalmic laboratory technician or medical appliance technician, most technicians have at least a high school diploma. Some community colleges and technical or vocational schools have formal education programs, but such programs are not common. High school students interested in becoming a dental technician should take courses in science, mathematics, computer programing and art.