Dental Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths in dentistry from general practice to specialized dental care.

Avg. Median Salary

$117,556

Highest Paying

$224,990

Entry-Level

$48,070

Career Paths

7

Career Paths with a Dental Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$224,990	$104,120 – $402,700	5,230
2	Dentists, General	$170,950	$86,250 – $319,630	124,390
3	Medical and Health Services Managers	$123,860	$73,390 – $224,340	597,080
4	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$107,310	$59,270 – $322,020	221,270
5	Dental Hygienists	$98,100	$74,880 – $126,050	222,740
6	Dental Laboratory Technicians	$49,610	$36,660 – $76,940	34,410
7	Dental Assistants	$48,070	$37,130 – $62,250	387,790

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Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.