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