Working from prescription specifications, models of patients mouths that they create, and impressions, they design dental appliances and dentures. Appliances are tested fo accuracy using micrometers, etc. Materials such as plaster, porcelain and acrylic pastes are poured into molds or over frames.
Holand Code
RIC
Field/Cluster:
Health, Medical, Fitness, and Personal Care Services
Future Jobs Avail:
Education Level:
2
Job Growth (%)
Annual Job Opening
Lowest 10% Salary ($)
25320
Median Salary ($)
40440
Highest 90% Salary ($)
64180
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
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