entityType = "role"
schemaVersion = "role.v1"
slug = "role-29-1024-00"
socCode = "29-1024.00"
title = "Prosthodontists"
summary = "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."
aliases = ["DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)", "Denturist", "Maxillofacial Prosthodontist", "Prosthodontist", "Dental Science Dr (Dental Science Doctor)", "Prosthetic Dentist", "Reconstructive Dentist", "Removable Prosthodontist", "Restorative Dentist", "Maxillofacial Prosthetics Dentist", "Oral Maxillofacial Prosthodontist"]

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jobZone = "5"
jobZoneName = "Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed"
education = "Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree)."
experience = "Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job."
svpRange = "(8.0 and above)"

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label = "Post-Doctoral Training"
percentage = 61.03

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label = "Doctoral Degree"
percentage = 36.06

[[preparation.educationDistribution]]
label = "Post-Secondary Certificate"
percentage = 2.91

[educationLevel]
category = "Doctoral or professional degree"
slug = "doctoral-or-professional-degree"

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meanWage = 258660
pct10Wage = 97370
pct25Wage = 232000
employment = 760
areaTitle = "U.S."

[industries]
count = 1

[[industries.top]]
naics = "62"
slug = "62"
title = "Health Care and Social Assistance"
level = "Sector"
employment = 750
lq = 6.59

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naics = "62"
slug = "62"
title = "Health Care and Social Assistance"
level = "Sector"
employment = 750
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[aiOutlook]
teleworkable = false
usageRelease = "2026-01-15-v4-plus-2025-03-27-v2"

[aiOutlook.index]
value = 20
percentile = 17
band = "Low"
version = "ai-exposure-index-v1"
componentCount = 3

[[aiOutlook.index.components]]
percentile = 44
source = "felten_aioe"

[[aiOutlook.index.components]]
percentile = 13
source = "openai_gpts_are_gpts"

[[aiOutlook.index.components]]
percentile = 2
source = "microsoft_working_with_ai"

[aiOutlook.freyHistorical]
source = "frey"
label = "Computerization probability (Frey & Osborne, 2013)"
value = 0.055
percentile = 24
band = "Low"
note = "A pre-LLM (2013) estimate of how automatable this job is by computerization and robotics. Shown for historical context only — it is not part of any current AI ranking."

[aiOutlook.eloundou]
alpha = 0
beta = 0.045454545454545456
gamma = 0.09090909090909091

[aiOutlook.bls]
growthPercent = 4.5
growthPercentile = 70
direction = "About average"
annualOpeningsThousands = 0
annualOpeningsPercentile = 0
employment2024Thousands = 0.9
employment2034Thousands = 0.9

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source = "felten_aioe"
label = "Overall AI exposure (Felten et al.)"
value = -0.1561403
percentile = 44
band = "Moderate"
note = "How much this job's abilities overlap with what AI systems can do, across many AI capabilities. A relative research score, not a forecast of job loss."

[[aiOutlook.exposure]]
source = "eloundou_gamma"
label = "LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou)"
value = 0.09090909090909091
percentile = 13
band = "Low"
note = "Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank."

[[aiOutlook.exposure]]
source = "microsoft_applicability"
label = "AI assistant applicability (Microsoft)"
value = 0.01512044495080086
percentile = 2
band = "Low"
note = "How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement."

[[aiOutlook.usageTasks]]
task = "Collaborate with general dentists, specialists, and other health professionals to develop solutions to dental and oral health concerns."
usagePercent = 0.0020541557625231607
importance = 4.63

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "bls_employment_projections"
version = "2024-2034"

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "dingel_neiman"
version = "dingel-neiman-workathome"

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "felten_aioe"
version = "felten-raj-seamans-aioe"

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "frey_osborne"
version = "frey-osborne-automation"

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "microsoft_working_with_ai"
version = "working-with-ai"

[[aiOutlook.sources]]
source = "openai_gpts_are_gpts"
version = "gpts-are-gpts"

[counts]
tasks = 12
skills = 33
capabilities = 120
tools = 14
relatedRoles = 20

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dataset = "gold.onet_role_starter_surface"
version = "30.3"
generatedAt = "2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00"
contentHash = "2ada42788ddf52ac"

[[tasks]]
text = "Examine patients to diagnose oral health conditions and diseases."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.1.b.2.i"

[[tasks]]
text = "Fit prostheses to patients, making any necessary adjustments and modifications."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.3.a.2.x"

[[tasks]]
text = "Replace missing teeth and associated oral structures with permanent fixtures, such as implant-supported prostheses, crowns and bridges, or removable fixtures, such as dentures."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.3.a.2.x"

[[tasks]]
text = "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."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.1.b.2.i"

[[tasks]]
text = "Collaborate with general dentists, specialists, and other health professionals to develop solutions to dental and oral health concerns."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.2.d"

[[tasks]]
text = "Design and fabricate dental prostheses, or supervise dental technicians and laboratory bench workers who construct the devices."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.2.b.2.k"

[[tasks]]
text = "Restore function and aesthetics to traumatic injury survivors, or to individuals with diseases or congenital disabilities."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[tasks]]
text = "Repair, reline, or rebase dentures."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.3.a.2.x"

[[tasks]]
text = "Use bonding technology on the surface of the teeth to change tooth shape or to close gaps."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[tasks]]
text = "Treat facial pain and jaw joint problems."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[tasks]]
text = "Place veneers onto teeth to conceal defects."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[tasks]]
text = "Bleach discolored teeth to brighten and whiten them."
type = "Core"
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[emergingTasks]]
text = "Consult with patients about treatment options."

[[emergingTasks]]
text = "Create treatment plans for patients."

[[activities]]
name = "Adjust dental devices or appliances to ensure fit."
iwa = "4.A.3.a.2.x"

[[activities]]
name = "Check physical condition of people or animals."
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[[activities]]
name = "Examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures."
iwa = "4.A.1.b.2.i"

[[activities]]
name = "Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices."
iwa = "4.A.3.a.2.x"

[[activities]]
name = "Design medical devices or appliances."
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[[activities]]
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iwa = "4.A.1.b.2.i"

[[activities]]
name = "Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment."
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[[activities]]
name = "Treat acute illnesses, infections, or injuries."
iwa = "4.A.4.a.5.l"

[[activities]]
name = "Treat dental problems or diseases."
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[[capabilities]]
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[[capabilities]]
name = "Near Vision"
family = "ability"
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[[capabilities]]
name = "Active Listening"
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[[capabilities]]
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value = 4

[[capabilities]]
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value = 4

[[capabilities]]
name = "Oral Expression"
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[[capabilities]]
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[[capabilities]]
name = "Arm-Hand Steadiness"
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name = "Speech Recognition"
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[[capabilities]]
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[[capabilities]]
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[[capabilities]]
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[[capabilities]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
name = "Apple IOS"
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[[skills]]
name = "Active Learning"
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[[skills]]
name = "Learning Strategies"
type = "Specialized Skill"

[[skills]]
name = "Systems Analysis"
type = "Specialized Skill"

[[skills]]
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type = "Common Skill"

[[skills]]
name = "Chemistry"
type = "Specialized Skill"

[[skills]]
name = "Depth Perception"
type = "Common Skill"

[[skills]]
name = "Mathematics"
type = "Common Skill"

[[skills]]
name = "Equipment Selection"
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[[skills]]
name = "Telecommunications"
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[[skills]]
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[[skills]]
name = "Physics"
type = "Specialized Skill"

[[skills]]
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type = "Common Skill"

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[[skills]]
name = "Geography"
type = "Specialized Skill"

[[skills]]
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hot = true
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Henry Schein Dentrix"
category = "Medical software"
hot = true
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Consult-PRO"
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hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Henry Schein DentalVision Professional"
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hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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category = "Graphics or photo imaging software"
hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Kea Software impDAT"
category = "Medical software"
hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Kodak Dental Systems Kodak PRACTICEWORKS Practice management software PMS"
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hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
example = "Materialise Dental SimPLANT"
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hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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category = "Medical software"
hot = false
inDemand = false

[[tools]]
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hot = false
inDemand = false

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[[workContext]]
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[[relatedRoles]]
socCode = "29-1022.00"
slug = "role-29-1022-00"
title = "Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons"
tier = "Primary-Short"

[[relatedRoles]]
socCode = "29-1021.00"
slug = "role-29-1021-00"
title = "Dentists, General"
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slug = "role-29-1023-00"
title = "Orthodontists"
tier = "Primary-Short"

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slug = "role-29-1243-00"
title = "Pediatric Surgeons"
tier = "Primary-Short"

[[relatedRoles]]
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slug = "role-29-1242-00"
title = "Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric"
tier = "Primary-Short"

[[relatedRoles]]
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slug = "role-29-1213-00"
title = "Dermatologists"
tier = "Primary-Long"

[[relatedRoles]]
socCode = "29-1241.00"
slug = "role-29-1241-00"
title = "Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric"
tier = "Primary-Long"

[[relatedRoles]]
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slug = "role-29-1292-00"
title = "Dental Hygienists"
tier = "Primary-Long"

[[relatedRoles]]
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slug = "role-29-1081-00"
title = "Podiatrists"
tier = "Primary-Long"

[[relatedRoles]]
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slug = "role-29-1229-03"
title = "Urologists"
tier = "Primary-Long"

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slug = "role-31-9091-00"
title = "Dental Assistants"
tier = "Supplemental"

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socCode = "51-9081.00"
slug = "role-51-9081-00"
title = "Dental Laboratory Technicians"
tier = "Supplemental"

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cluster = "Healthcare & Human Services"
slug = "healthcare-human-services"

[[studyPrograms]]
title = "Dental, Medical, and Veterinary Residency Programs"
slug = "dental-medical-and-veterinary-residency-programs"

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title = "Health Professions and Related Programs"
slug = "health-professions-and-related-programs"

[[aiSignals]]
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release = "2013-baseline-2016-employment-snapshot"

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source = "felten_aioe"
label = "AI occupational exposure"
score = -0.1561403
scale = "relative exposure score"
release = "2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks"

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label = "Image generation occupational exposure"
score = 0.1145918
scale = "relative exposure score"
release = "2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks"

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label = "Language modeling occupational exposure"
score = -0.2144845
scale = "relative exposure score"
release = "2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks"
