Dental Technician

Overview of the Profession

Dental technicians in Israel design, manufacture, and repair dental prosthetics and appliances, including crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, and orthodontic devices. Most work in private dental laboratories, collaborating closely with dentists to produce high-quality restorations using both traditional techniques and advanced digital technologies.

 

Licensing Eligibility

  • No criminal record
  • Completion of Dental Technician training
  • Successful completion of government examinations
  • Israeli citizenship or permanent/temporary residency

 

Licensing Process

Applicants must submit official confirmations of foreign employment, a professional license, a certificate of good standing, and address any license unavailability dates with an explanatory letter in a file opened with the Ministry of Health.

Click here to download the full checklist of documents that you’ll be required to submit in order to receive a license.

 

Additional Guidelines

  • Keep copies of submitted documents; originals are not returned.
  • Attach official confirmations of employment, a license from the country studied/practiced, and a professional certificate of good standing.
  • Do not send original certificates; certified copies verified by a notary are accepted.
  • Documents that are not in Hebrew or English must be translated by an authorized translator in Israel.

Click here for examination dates for Senior Technician status.

 

Recognized Institutions in Israel

Misrad Haklita Reimbursement for Documents

The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents for the purpose of transferring their professional license in Israel. Please contact your local Misrad Haklita office for more information.

Please note the following conditions:

  • This can be done ONLY AFTER completing your Aliyah.
  • The reimbursement is only retroactive for 2 years prior to your date of Aliyah.
  • Only Olim who have not yet reached retirement age are eligible.
  • Reimbursement can be made only for Israeli notary/consulate verification with original receipts (or verified copy) . Apostille is not reimbursable!

* If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected] for guidance.

* Last updated on August 12, 2026