Experienced dental technicians perform their work independent of close supervision. A college trained dental technician is very marketable. They have the security of knowing that their skills will always be in demand. As the aging population in America grows, there will be increased demand for all areas of prosthetic work. The experienced dental technician will not have to worry about unemployment.
Dental technicians have a daily opportunity to use their creative skills.
They receive the personal fulfillment of knowing they completed a prosthesis that will provide a valued health care service. History of the Program Southern Illinois University at Carbondale is a pioneer in dental technology education in the United States. It is the oldest university based program in the country. The dental technology program was founded in 1956, and is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. The program is located in three modern, well equipped laboratories on the ground floor of the College of Applied Sciences and Arts building.