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Dentists Market Overview 2026
Dentists diagnose and treat conditions affecting teeth, gums, and oral structures, providing preventive care, restorations, and oral surgery. From general dentistry to specialized fields like orthodontics and oral surgery, dentists are essential healthcare providers. Private practice ownership remains common, though group practices and dental service organizations (DSOs) are growing rapidly, changing recruitment dynamics.
Dentists Salary Range (2026)Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
📋Required Credentials
- ✓DDS or DMD degree
- ✓State dental license
- ✓DEA registration
- ✓Specialty certification (for specialists)
- ✓CPR/BLS certification
🏥Common Work Settings
- ▸Private dental practices
- ▸Dental service organizations (DSOs)
- ▸Community health centers
- ▸Hospital dental clinics
- ▸Academic dental schools
- ▸Public health departments
“Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.8 million new jobs over the decade. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other group of occupations.”
Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Dentists
What is the dentist job market like?
The dentist job market is stable with 4% projected growth. DSOs and group practices are expanding rapidly, creating associate positions. Rural and underserved areas have significant shortages. New graduates often start as associates before practice ownership or partnership. Specialists (orthodontists, oral surgeons) command premium salaries.
How do DSOs recruit dentists?
Dental service organizations attract dentists by offering: competitive base salaries plus production bonuses, no practice ownership headaches, mentorship programs for new graduates, modern equipment and facilities, and career advancement paths. DSOs typically recruit new graduates and dentists seeking work-life balance over practice ownership.
What dental specialties are most in-demand?
High-demand dental specialties include: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (highest compensation), Orthodontics, Endodontics, and Pediatric Dentistry. General dentists with specific skills like implant placement, Invisalign certification, or sedation dentistry are also highly sought after.
How long does dentist recruitment take?
Dentist recruitment typically takes 60-120 days from initial outreach to start date. Specialists and experienced dentists may take longer to recruit. Credentialing with insurance panels adds additional time. Using databases with direct contact information accelerates candidate sourcing and reduces overall timeline.
About Dentists (DDS/DMD)
📋Professional Definition
Dentists are licensed oral health professionals who diagnose and treat problems with teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health. Dentists remove tooth decay, fill cavities, repair fractured teeth, and perform various surgical procedures.
💼For Healthcare Recruiters
Recruit general dentists and specialists for your dental practice, DSO, community health center, or hospital dental clinic. Our database includes licensed dentists with expertise in orthodontics, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and more. Find candidates for associate positions, practice ownership, or locum tenens opportunities. Essential for dental practice brokers, DSO recruiters, and dental staffing agencies expanding their network.
🎯Common Specializations
- ▸Orthodontics
- ▸Oral Surgery
- ▸Periodontics
- ▸Endodontics
- ▸Pediatric Dentistry
- ▸Prosthodontics
- ▸Oral Pathology
🔗Related Healthcare Fields
- ▸Dental Hygienists
- ▸Oral Surgeons
- ▸Dental Assistants
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