Technician - Dental
Makes and repairs dental appliances, supporting dentists through dental technology and mechanics.
Overview
A medical technician assists the medical staff in different medical processes. There are many types of medical technicians, such as Dental technicians. Technicians have their own unique functions and set of responsibilities.
Where they work
- Hospitals
- Clinics
Work environment
You have to work for at least 8 to 9 hours and for 5 to 6 days a week. Shift duties may be there. Overtime is common.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to help everyone
- You like to have clear instructions to follow
- You pay attention to details while working
Eligibility and education roadmap
Durations are as printed on the source card for each level; please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
- 1Diploma — Eligibility: 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). Duration: 2 years. Example: Diploma in Dental Mechanics, Diploma in Dental Technology.
- 2Undergraduate — Eligibility: 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). Duration: 3 years. Examples: B.Sc. in Dental Technology, B.Sc. in Dental Mechanics.
- 3Postgraduate — Eligibility: B.Sc. in Dental Technology, Dental Mechanics, or equivalent. Duration: 2 years. Example: M.Sc. in Dental Technology, M.Sc. in Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge.
- 4Doctoral — Eligibility: Master's degree in a relevant field (M.Sc. in Dental Technology or Prosthodontics). Duration: 3–5 years. Example: Ph.D. in Dental Technology, Ph.D. in Prosthodontics and Dental Materials.
- 5Short-Term Courses — Certificate in Dental Technology, Certificate in Orthodontic Appliance Making, Dental Prosthetics Course.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Dental Medicine. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Institute of Paramedical Science and Management, New Delhi
- Jan Shiksha Sansthan, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi, Kerala
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Assistant Medical Technician
- 2Executive Medical Technician
Related careers to explore
Dentist
Specialist trained to look after oral health — keeping teeth, gums and mouth healthy.
Dento Oral Hygienist
Dental allied professional specialising in oral hygiene, preventive care and dental x-rays.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to helping people.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Pravin Choudhary — He wanted to get into the police or army as he was over 6 feet tall, but he unfortunately could not clear the eye test. He continued looking for options in the medical field. Keeping his financial condition in mind he opted for the D.MLT course, after which he joined a job getting a basic salary. After working for a year he met with an accident which caused him to leave the job. After recovering, he joined Ankita Pathology in his home state, Itarsi. Currently, he is working with an NGO, which operates in the health domain, besides running his collection unit.
Source: a personal interview, as credited on the printed card — no public page to link to.
This profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 437 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.glassdoor.co.in/Salaries/certified-dental-technician-salary-SRCH_KO0,27.htm
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The card's opening description is the generic "medical technician" text rather than one specific to dental technology, and its institutes are printed as a single unlabelled list. The card's income link also carries a typo ("hhttps://"), corrected here. Verify course details with the institute and the Dental Council of India.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.