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Dental Technician (Zahntechniker)
GewO §94 Z.75
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade (Handwerk)
- Qualification: Master exam (Meisterpruefung)
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Technology: CAD/CAM increasingly essential
- Important: Lab work ONLY — no direct patient contact
What This Trade Covers
- Crowns, bridges, and dental prostheses
- Orthodontic appliances
- Implant superstructures
- 3D-printed dental models
- CAD/CAM milled ceramic restorations
Lab only — no patient treatment!
Dental technicians work exclusively in the lab on dentist orders.
Any work directly on patients is reserved for licensed dentists.
Digital Transformation
CAD/CAM technology is transforming dental labs. Digital impressions, 3D-printed models, and CNC-milled ceramics are becoming standard. Investment in digital infrastructure is increasingly necessary to remain competitive.
Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.