The Careers in Dentistry area on ADA.org features a wealth of information about careers in the dental profession. As a parent, educator, advisor or mentor, please take time to review the information for students interested in careers as a dentist, dental hygienist, dental laboratory technician and dental assistant. Each area features job descriptions, career advantages, opportunities, education and training requirements and more. You’ll also find helpful information in our Financial Planning area. Also, a mentor program is available connecting students with dentists in their local area.

Something to Smile About—Careers in the Dental Profession

The Something to Smile About program targets the career areas of dentistry, dental assisting, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology with audio-visual and print resource materials. Many of the resources can be used alone, in conjunction with other items or as a complete package.

These materials were designed to meet various career development opportunities and for use by middle school/high school counselors and others. View the resource materials available now.