We surveyed 777 dentists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical dentist. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a dentist?

Low

High

Working as a dentist typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that dentists are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.

Can I learn to become a dentist?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a dentist 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 dentist?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a dentist. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for dentists.

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Do dentists work full-time or part-time?

74% of dentists work in full-time roles while 26% work part-time.