Dental Careers
Median pay and job outlook for 4 dental careers, from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data — ranked by median annual salary.
| Occupation | Median / yr | Median / hr | Job outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontist | $289,140 | $139.01 | +4% As fast as average |
| Dentist | $170,950 | $82.19 | +4% As fast as average |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,100 | $47.16 | +7% Faster than average |
| Dental Assistant | $48,070 | $23.11 | +7% Faster than average |
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