Choose a career in dentistry

As many of us already know, dentists are among the better-paid members of the society.The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported an average income of 2,960 for the salaried dentists of the year 2007. A dentist's income however will vary greatly according to specialty, experience, location, willingness to work long hours and number of years in practice. Self-employed dentists usually earn more than salaried dentists do. The advantage of being a salaried dentist lies in the benefits you receive from your employer including malpractice insurance, health insurance paid holidays and vacations. Private dentists on the other hand must provide their own life insurance, health insurance, retirement plans and other benefits like any other business owner. Dentists who specialize, such as periodontists and oral surgeons have the highest earnings. Dental technicians in large laboratories who specialize in a few procedures have a lower income than those employed in small laboratories who perform a large number of tasks.

There are numerous benefits that come along with a career in dentistry. These benefits include of course the prestige and gratification of working in the health care field, flexibility, job security,  and a sense of personal satisfaction from helping others.