Job Market and Salary
Most of the more than 200,000 active dental assistants are employed by general dentists, additional career opportunities include employment in dental specialty practices, group practices, public health dentistry, hospital dentistry, and a variety of clinics. The starting salary of a dental assistant varies, depending on the responsibilities associated with the specific position, the individual training, and the geographic location of employment. Starting salaries in Oklahoma generally range from $12.00 to $19.00 per hour.