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Dentists, General
Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
What a dentist, general does
Become a dentist, general
If you enjoy doing these activities, you might make a good dentist, general
- Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
- Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
- Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
- Looking for ways to help people.
- Understanding people's reactions.
Discover what you could earn in Washington
- Typical hourly rate is $100 per hour with a typical salary of $152,300 per year.
- Half of workers earn between $32 and $130 per hour.
- Half of workers earn an annual salary between $20,700 and $179,900 per year.
- 48% of individuals in this occupation have been employed in every quarter of the past year.
Part-time
- The typical hourly rate for part-time workers is $106 per hour with a typical salary of $96,600 per year.
- 55% of individuals in this occupation worked part-time during the past year.
Dentist, General job outlook
- There are 2,781 workers in this occupation in Washington.
- There are 145 openings per year in this occupation in Washington.
Multiple Jobs
- 14% of individuals in this occupation worked for more than one employer.
- 19% of individuals in this occupation held a position in another.