Dentist salaries vary depending on factors such as experience, location, and specialty. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), the average annual salary for dentists in the United States is $208,000. The lowest 10 percent of earners make less than $85,430, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $343,360.
There are a number of factors that can affect a dentist's salary. Dentists who have more experience typically earn more than those who are just starting out. Dentists who work in urban areas tend to earn more than those who work in rural areas. And dentists who specialize in a particular area of dentistry, such as orthodontics or oral surgery, typically earn more than general dentists.
