 Career
Path Forecast
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics,
employment of dental laboratory technicians is expected to grow more
slowly than average through 2016, at four percent. During the last
few years, demand has arisen from an aging public that is growing
increasingly interested in cosmetic prostheses.
For example, many dental laboratories are filling orders for composite
fillings that are the same shade of white as natural teeth to replace
older, less attractive fillings. However, job growth for dental
laboratory technicians will be limited. The overall dental health of the
population has improved because of fluoridation of drinking water and
greater emphasis on preventive dental care, which has reduced the
incidence of dental cavities. As a result, full dentures will be less
common, as most people will need only a bridge or crown.
Note: Some resources in this section are provided by the US Department
of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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