Employment of dental and ophthalmic laboratory technicians and medical appliance technicians is projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. As cosmetic prosthetics, such as veneers and crowns, become less expensive, there should be an increase in demand for these appliances. In addition, the aging baby-boomer population will spur demand for orthotic devices, such as braces and orthopedic footwear, because older people tend to need these supportive devices.