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Specialty Dental Brands
Sulphur Springs, Texas

Pediatric Dentist - Associate

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Job Description

At Specialty Dental Brands, we believe great dentistry happens when exceptional clinicians are supported—not limited. We partner with leading Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontic, and Oral Surgery practices nationwide, providing the operational strength and clinical collaboration that allow doctors to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.

Whether you are early in your career or an experienced pediatric dentist, you'll find well-established, high-demand practices with strong patient bases, modern facilities, and the autonomy to practice at the top of your license. Our model is designed to reduce administrative burden while supporting clinical independence, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth at every stage.

We are committed to fostering an environment where doctors benefit from mentorship, shared expertise, and a strong clinical community—while maintaining the unique identity and culture of each practice.

Our goal is simple: to help every doctor thrive while preserving the autonomy, identity, and culture of the practices they join. At SDB, you're not stepping into a system—you're joining a community.

Website: Specialty Dental Brands

About the Smiley Tooth Pediatric Dentistry

At The Smiley Tooth Pediatric Dental Specialists, we're committed to making dentistry a positive experience for every child and family we serve.

With established locations in Rockwall and Sulphur Springs, Texas, our practice specializes in caring for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs in a fun, compassionate, and welcoming environment.

Our experienced team focuses on building trust with every patient while delivering exceptional pediatric dental care that promotes healthy smiles for life.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered care while enjoying the support and resources of Specialty Dental Brands.

Website: The Smiley Tooth Pediatric Dental Specialists

Position Highlights

Two Established Locations – Practice in thriving offices serving the Rockwall and Sulphur Springs communities.

Strong Patient Base – Join a respected pediatric practice with consistent patient demand and opportunities for continued growth.

Supportive, Experienced Team – Collaborate with a dedicated team committed to providing an exceptional experience for children and their families.

Patient-Centered Care – Treat infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs in a welcoming, child-friendly environment.

Clinical Autonomy – Enjoy the freedom to practice at the top of your license with the support of Specialty Dental Brands.

Requirements

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
  • Completion of an accredited Pediatric Dentistry residency program
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Dentistry
  • New graduates and experienced pediatric dentists are encouraged to apply
  • Passion for providing exceptional care to children and families

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Competitive 401(k) plan
  • Employer-paid professional liability (malpractice) insurance
  • Employer-paid state licensure and professional association dues
  • Annual continuing education (CE) allowance
  • Opportunity for student loan contribution assistance
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, we'd love to connect! Apply today or reach out to Brooke Tripp at Brooke.Tripp@sdbmail.com with any questions. We can't wait to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional pediatric dental care to infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs. Collaborate with a dedicated team to maintain clinical excellence while fostering a welcoming and compassionate environment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

CommunicationCompassionSpecial needs dentistry

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Sulphur Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k
Typical market rent
$1,467/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Employer-paid professional liability (malpractice) insurance
Employer-paid state licensure and professional association dues
Annual continuing education (CE) allowance
Opportunity for student loan contribution assistance
Relocation assistance available
Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities