Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Examine patients to diagnose oral health conditions and diseases.
Fit prostheses to patients, making any necessary adjustments and modifications.
Replace missing teeth and associated oral structures with permanent fixtures, such as implant-supported prostheses, crowns and bridges, or removable fixtures, such as dentures.
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.
Collaborate with general dentists, specialists, and other health professionals to develop solutions to dental and oral health concerns.
Top skills:SpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSocial PerceptivenessReading Comprehension
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Prosthodontist pay by experience level
Entry level$107,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$261,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$322,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$345,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$357,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+4.5%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Prosthodontist salary by industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
810 workers
$284,000
Offices of Dentists
790 workers
$283,500
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
40 workers
$175,000
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
40 workers
$175,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Prosthodontist make?
The average base salary for a Prosthodontist in the United States is $278,000 per year, or about $133.65 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $261,000 and $345,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Healthcare Practitioners and Technical roles?
The Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family averages $162,000 across 91 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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