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A dental practice requires a number of employees as well as the dentist himself, including, at a minimum, a receptionist and a dental assistant. A dental assistant performs a number of prep and support-related tasks around the dentist's office, as well as working hands-on with patients, though perhaps not to the extent of a dental hygienist, who is trained in more advanced dental procedures.

Education/Training for Dental Assistants

Dental assistant positions don't require a college degree. Dental assistants used to simply learn on the job – there was relatively little formal training – but now almost all dental assistants entering the field are certified dental assistants who have completed a nine- to 11-month training course before beginning their dental assistant careers.

Average Salaries for Dental Assistants

According to PayScale, the annual median salary range for a dental assistant with one to four years of experience is $20,397 to $29,586, as of November 2010. The annual median salary range for a dental assistant with five to nine years' experience is $23,404 to $32,690; for 10 to 19 years, $23,780 to $36,146; and for 20-plus years of experience, $24,842 to $39,784.

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