We surveyed 2,565 dental assistants to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical dental assistant. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a dental assistant?
Low
High
Working as a dental assistant typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a dental assistant?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a dental assistant typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a dental assistant?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a dental assistant. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for dental assistants.
Do dental assistants work full-time or part-time?
72% of dental assistants work in full-time roles while 28% work part-time.