How to become prosthodontistseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$311,180
25th–75th pct. $252,050–$333,480
Top pay (est.)
$448,200
Top 10% $344,750
Pay in 5 years
$365,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$429,300est.
$369,200–$498,400
Outlook score
82/100
★★★★☆ Excellent
AI replacement risk
26%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+5.8%
BLS 2025–35
How to become prosthodontists
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Prosthodontists
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Assisting and Caring for OthersUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersDocumenting/Recording InformationProviding Consultation and Advice to Others
Important abilities
Near VisionFinger DexterityOral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityWritten ComprehensionOral Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as prosthodontists
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.