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Dental Prosthetics

Dental Prosthetics in action

Dental prosthetics technicians create and repair dental devices and instruments that restore oral function and appearance, working with dentists to improve patients’ health and confidence.

Dental Prosthetics could be for you if you like:

  • Complex problems
  • Craftsmanship
  • Helping people
  • Making things

More about Dental Prosthetics

A dental prosthetics technician plays a vital role in oral healthcare by designing, producing, and repairing a wide range of dental devices and instruments. This includes digital equipment used by practices, hospitals, and manufacturers. Working under the guidance of dentists and physicians, they interpret specifications, perform precise measurements, and use advanced materials and digital tools to create prosthetics that restore chewing function, improve aesthetics, and enhance the patient’s quality of life. Their responsibilities extend from design and fabrication through fitting, testing, and guiding the patient on use and care, as well as ongoing repair and maintenance.

Dental prosthetics technicians combine specialist technical expertise with knowledge of human anatomy, materials science, and dental technology. They also need strong communication skills, practical ability, and adaptability to provide personalized restoration services while minimizing risk. With oral health increasingly recognized as fundamental to overall wellbeing, and its strong links to chronic diseases such as cardiovascular conditions, the demand for skilled Dental Prosthetics Technicians is rapidly growing.


Occupational Standard

The WorldSkills Occupational Standard specifies the knowledge, understanding and specific skills that underpin international best practice in technical and vocational performance. It should reflect a shared global understanding of what the associated work role(s) or occupation(s) represent for industry and business.

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