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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.
- Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
- 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
- Half of workers earn between $32 and $127 per hour.
- Half of workers earn an annual salary between $22,200 and $180,000 per year.
- 49% of individuals in this occupation have been employed in every quarter of the past year.
Part-time
- The average hourly rate for part-time workers is $130 per hour with an average salary of $121,100 per 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.