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Prosthodontists

Diagnose, treat, rehabilitate, design, and fit prostheses that maintain oral function, health, and appearance for patients with clinical conditions associated with teeth, oral and maxillofacial tissues, or the jaw.

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Speaking
Critical Thinking
Social Perceptiveness
Complex Problem Solving

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Other Career Titles:

Doctor of Dental Science, Prosthodontist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Maxillofacial Prosthodontist, Prosthetic Dentist, Prosthodontist, Prosthodontist, Assistant Clinical Professor, Prosthodontist/Educator, Prosthodontist/Owner, Prosthodontist/Restorative/Reconstructive Dentist, Removable Prosthodontist

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Career Projections 2016 - 2026

Currently Employed

600

As of 2019 (Estimated)

Projected Employment

600

by 2029

Projected Growth

2%

by 2029

Career Outlook

Below Average

is expected for the future

Average National Pay

$208

or $100+ hourly

Training Level

Some College

varies state to state

About Career Projections

Career Projections data is supplied by BLS.gov via the Occupational Outlook Handbook data that was updated in 2018. The data is based on projections from 2016-2026.

Outlook and Impact Employment Outlook

This occupation is not expected to grow rapidly.

Outside factors aren't expected to cause future growth.

Some careers face significant change to the work and worker requirements. New tasks, skills, knowledge, credentials are not immediately expected. Employment demand could remain the same or decrease slightly over time.

What They Do

Possible Work Activities

Assisting and Caring for Others
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Documenting/Recording Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Coaching and Developing Others

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Work Values

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Tasks

Measure and take impressions of patients' jaws and teeth to determine the shape and size of dental prostheses, using face bows, dental articulators, recording devices, and other materials.
Replace missing teeth and associated oral structures with permanent fixtures, such as implant-supported prostheses, crowns and bridges, or removable fixtures, such as dentures.
Design and fabricate dental prostheses, or supervise dental technicians and laboratory bench workers who construct the devices.
Fit prostheses to patients, making any necessary adjustments and modifications.
Restore function and aesthetics to traumatic injury victims, or to individuals with diseases or birth defects.

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Prosthodontists

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Currently Employed

600

Projected Employment

600

Projected Growth

2%

Career Outlook

Below Average

Average National Pay

$208

Training Level

Some College

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Prosthodontists

Related Skills:

View this job on:

Other Career Titles:

Currently Employed

600

Projected Employment

600

Projected Growth

2%

Career Outlook

Below Average

Average National Pay

$208

Training Level

Some College

View Other Training Options

View Job and Career Openings

Join Our Mission

ATEEC is supported and funded in part by the National Science Foundation.

About Us

PARTNERS

REPORTS

ATEEC

101 West Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801

Phone: 563.441.4082

Fax: 563.441.4080

Toll-free: 866.419.6761

See our Privacy Policy.