Dentistry Careers: Descriptions, Salaries
Careers in Dentistry and more.
Dentist
Alternate Career Titles: Doctor of Dental Medicine
Career Overview: Dentists assess, diagnose and treat problems patients are having with their oral health
Career Salary Range: $67,660 to $208,000
Required Minimum Degree/License: Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree
Dental Assistant
Alternate Career Titles: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
Career Overview: Dental Assistants assist Dentists in performing basic clerical tasks and offer patient care support
Career Salary Range: $26,170 to $53,130
Required Minimum Degree/License: Certification
Dental Hygienist
Alternate Career Titles: Oral Hygienist, Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Career Overview: Dental Hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral diseases, provide other preventive dental care and educate patients on good practices
Career Salary Range: $57,790 to $100,170
Required Minimum Degree/License: Associate’s Degree and State Licensure
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Alternate Career Titles: Oral Surgeon, Oral and Maxillofacial Dental Specialist
Career Overview: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons perform evaluations and surgeries pertaining to the jaw, mouth, face and neck
Career Salary Range: $68,070 to $300,000
Required Minimum Degree/License: Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree (DDS)
Orthodontist
Alternate Career Titles: Orthodontic Specialist
Career Overview: Orthodontists help patient straighten their teeth or correct jaw and alignment issues
Career Salary Range: $112,679 and $171,877
Required Minimum Degree/License: Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree