- Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.
- Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
- Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain
Dentist | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Dentists diagnose and treat teeth and mouth problems, and work to prevent dental disease and promote oral health.
Dentists typically work around 35 to 40 hours per week.
As a Dentist you will typically work as a contractor / self-employed.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 66,673 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Dentist
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53,357 GBP
Average salary for full-time Dentist
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66,673 GBP
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53,357 GBP
Salary over time for Dentist
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49,491 GBP
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62,095 GBP
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66,971 GBP
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67,165 GBP
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82,839 GBP
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66,673 GBP
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59,669 GBP
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Future outlook for Dentists
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5 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
3% yearly wage growth (on average) 
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Dentist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Dentist.
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Dentist. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Dentist interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
