
This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Dental Technician creates dental appliances like dentures and mouthguards by taking impressions and using various materials and techniques.
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In Australia, a full time Dental Technician generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has dropped slightly in recent years. There are currently 2,700 people employed as a Dental Technician in Australia compared to 2,900 five years ago. Dental Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Diploma of Dental Technology is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Dental Technician. You’ll learn to construct dental restorations and appliances and perform repairs on dentures and other pieces. You could also consider a Diploma of Dental Prosthetics.
A Dental Technician makes dental appliances such as dentures or mouthguards. You might take casts or impressions of clients’ teeth and mouths and use them to construct prosthetic pieces. Dental Technicians use a range of techniques to make mouth appliances and may use materials including wire, ceramics or plastic. You might work for a dental practice or for a specialist appliance manufacturer.
Dental Technicians should have excellent fine motor skills and strong attention to detail. You’ll need to understand the needs of your clients and may have to use your analytical and problem solving abilities. Dental Technicians should be organised and be able to manage their time well.