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| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 164 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 147 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 166 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 161 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 159 | 0.00% |
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $44,908 | $21.59 | +2.7% |
| 2025 | $43,709 | $21.01 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $42,160 | $20.27 | +2.7% |
| 2023 | $41,037 | $19.73 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $40,285 | $19.37 | +2.7% |
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 911 | 14% |
| 2 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 142 | 14% |
| 3 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 733 | 13% |
| 4 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 341 | 12% |
| 5 | Alaska | 739,795 | 86 | 12% |
| 6 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 1,064 | 11% |
| 7 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 619 | 11% |
| 8 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 354 | 11% |
| 9 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 206 | 11% |
| 10 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 141 | 11% |
| 11 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,169 | 9% |
| 12 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 887 | 9% |
| 13 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 658 | 9% |
| 14 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 630 | 9% |
| 15 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 186 | 9% |
| 16 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 67 | 9% |
| 17 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 682 | 8% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 349 | 8% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 108 | 8% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 53 | 8% |
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | 1 | 0% | $51,440 |
Daniela Taranto: Post Covid-19 dental professions have seen a jump in salaries in my opinion. During Covid there was a sense of many leaving the profession, and post it seems that dental professional jobs have consistently been in high demand. The hours are often flexible, with many full and part-time options, evenings, or weekends. The flexibility is great for college students and parents as well. Becoming a dental assistant is a great career path for those considering any career in the dental field. It can be a steppingstone and exposure to other professions such as dentist, dental specialist, dental hygienists. as well as insurance, dental coding, and administrative positions.
Daniela Taranto: A Dental Assistants responsibility can vary by state, or by certifications earned. But in general, they include preparing dental operatories for a wide range of dental procedures including Composite restorations (fillings), Endodontic procedures (root canals), surgical procedures including extractions and dental implants, Periodontal procedures including dental cleanings, and deeper scaling and root planing, Prosthetic/Cosmetic dental work including crowns, bridges, dentures, or cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening or veneers. Once the DA has prepared the operatory, they stay and work directly with the dentist using four-handed dentistry to facilitate an efficient and effective workflow. In addition to having extensive knowledge on these procedures and their armamentaria, DA's are often responsible for adhering to a high level of infection control procedures. Preparing instruments for sterilization and operating the varying machines that are used to achieve that is also part of the DAs daily responsibilities. Furthermore, dental assistants are also trained in a variety of dental materials. They can mix and prepare cements, alginates, and other impression materials. New technology offers dental assistants to obtain digital scans of patients' oral cavity as well. They can work in and are needed in all dental practices. The occupation of a DA offers the option to make a career out of it by earning additional certifications for expanded functions, or use it as a steppingstone towards a career in dental hygiene, or dentistry. Other responsibilities can include front desk work as well, scheduling appointments, answering phones, and other administrative tasks. The role of the dental assistant is vital to successful dental practices.
Carrie Miller BS, CLDA: Dental Assisting is a licensed dental profession dedicated to oral health care for patients of all ages. As a vital member of the dental team, dental assistants actively support the dentist and the hygienist while also independently performing procedures. Some of their day-to-day responsibilities include ensuring patient comfort, preparing patients and the work area for treatments, assisting with oral surgeries, sterilizing dental instruments, handing instruments to the dentist during procedures, evacuating oral cavities, making dental impressions, instructing patients in proper oral hygiene, taking and processing dental X-rays, installing fixed prosthodontics, maintaining inventory, scheduling patient appointments, and working with patients on billing and payment.
Carrie Miller BS, CLDA: Dental assisting offers several advantages that make it an attractive career choice. The demand for dental assistants has been consistently high due to factors such as population growth, aging demographics, and expansion of dental services. Additionally, the flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity to work in healthcare, a sector with constant demand, make it a stable and rewarding career path. Dental assisting provides both job security and personal fulfillment, making it a great option for those considering a career in healthcare.