Highest-Paying Dental Jobs (2026)
All 6 dental careers we track, ranked by median salary. The highest-paying dental job is Oral Surgeon at $400,000/year (top earners: $700,000+).
| # | Job title | Median | Top 10% | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oral Surgeon | $400,000 | $700,000 | +3.2% |
| 2 | Orthodontist | $280,000 | $500,000 | +3.5% |
| 3 | Periodontist | $255,000 | $460,000 | +3% |
| 4 | Dental Hygienist | $80,000 | $118,000 | +7% |
| 5 | Dental Office Manager | $60,000 | $98,000 | +4.5% |
| 6 | Dental Assistant | $44,000 | $68,000 | +5.5% |
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