Careers in Dentistry: Roles, Salaries, and Education Paths
Explore various career paths in dentistry, including dental assistant roles, dental hygienist responsibilities, and dental lab technician opportunities. Learn about the education requirements, salary ranges, and progression levels in the dental field.
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Careers in Dentistry Barbara Stackhouse RDH, M.Ed.
Education: On the Job Training Certification Advanced Certification Dental Assistant
Dental AssistantRoles (Back or Front Office) Sterilization Assistant beginner level Chairside Assistant beginner to advanced levels Administrative Assistant beginner to advanced levels Office Manager - advanced
Beginner Level: sterilization and basic assistant: $12 to $15 per hour Dental Assistant Salaries (in the US) Certified Level: assisting, x-rays: $18 to $25 per hour Advanced Level: place fillings, & more: $22 - $35 per hour Admin Assistant to Office Manager: $22 - $35 or more per hour
Education Dental Hygienist College required Associate Degree Required Pre-requisites National & State Board Exam
Dental Hygienist Role Work in own treatment room: Professional Cleaning of Teeth Xrays Fluoride Impressions Sealants And more
Dental Hygienist Salaries (in the US) Wide range depending on state: $30 to $60 per hour
Education Dental Lab Technician College Required Usually an Associate Degree
Dental Lab Technician Does not Need Supervision of a Dentist Offsite Can own their own lab Make crowns, bridges, partials, dentures, etc
Dental Lab Technician Salaries (in the US) Varies based on skill level and if lab owner Beginner Level $20 to $25 per hour Advanced Level $25 to $35 per hour Owner / entrepreneur: Dream Big!
Education 1. 4 year College / University Education in Science 2. Apply to Dental School & Take DAT exam 3. Must pass DAT & get accepted 4. 4 year Dental Education at a University Dentist DDS or DMD degree
Corporate Dental Office (Associate Position) Private Dental Office (Associate Position) Scratch Start Practice (own practice) Purchase a Practice (own practice) Purchase a Partnership (part owner of a practice) Teach / Research at a University Dentist Employment Opportunities
Associate Dentist: Paid on commission Dentist Salaries / 30 to 35% of production or collection Owner Dentist: Produce, Collect, Pay all the bills, Pay Self Compensation
Usually a 2ndCareer Dental Practice Consultant or Coach Can work for a consulting company or have your own company. Wide variety of specialty and compensation
Do you enjoy helping others? Do you like science? Are you interested in teeth? Could you imagine yourself working in someone s mouth? Do you like working with your hands? Do you like doing things step by step? Do you see yourself as a professional? Things to Consider
