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SmileHQ and Elite Orthodontics
Glenn Dale, Maryland

Associate Dentist (General Dentistry) — Bowie, MD

Dental Above average in General Dentistry (Dental)No weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$143k-$305k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 53m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Smile HQ Dental & Orthodontics is a privately owned general dental practice in Bowie, MD seeking an Associate Dentist who loves dentistry, values high-quality patient care, and wants to grow clinically in a well-managed, high-collection environment.

This opportunity is ideal for a General Dentist, Associate Dentist, or Family Dentist seeking strong leadership, reliable collections, mentorship, and long-term opportunity—including ownership potential.

  • Why This Associate Dentist Role Stands Out
  • Privately Owned Dental Practice (not corporate, not DSO)
  • Strong Collections & Efficient Front Office
  • 50+ New Patients per Month with a 2,000+ active patient base
  • 4.8+ Google Rating and strong community reputation
  • No Weekends / Consistent Schedule
  • Modern Digital Dentistry and streamlined workflows
  • Clinical Mentorship & Growth-Focused Culture
  • Ownership Opportunity Available
  • Associate Dentist Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to patients of all ages
  • Perform exams, treatment planning, restorative dentistry, and preventive care
  • Deliver high-quality care with strong attention to detail and patient education

Procedures include

  • Crowns and fillings
  • Simple extractions
  • Implant restorations
  • Anterior and premolar root canals
  • Full and partial dentures
  • Collaborate with hygienists, dental assistants, and management to ensure excellent patient experience
  • Associate Dentist Qualifications
  • Required
  • DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
  • Active Maryland dental license
  • 2+ years of clinical experience in general dentistry
  • Strong communication skills and patient-first mindset
  • High attention to detail and pride in clinical work
  • Preferred
  • Experience with four-quadrant dentistry
  • Ability to manage 2–3 columns efficiently
  • Comfort with digital dentistry and modern workflows
  • Growth mindset and desire for continued clinical development
  • Associate Dentist Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation: $143,091 – $305,454 annually (production-based)
  • CE allowance
  • Medical insurance
  • 401(k) with profit sharing
  • Flexible full-time or part-time schedule
  • Supportive leadership and strong management team
  • References available from previous associate dentists

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • This role is a strong fit for an Associate Dentist seeking:
  • A stable, high-collection practice
  • Ethical, patient-centered dentistry
  • Clinical autonomy with mentorship
  • Long-term growth and potential ownership
  • Apply today to join a practice where dentists are supported, respected, and set up to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive general dental care to patients of all ages, including examinations, treatment planning, restorative procedures, and preventive care. Collaborate with hygienists, dental assistants, and management to deliver a high-quality patient experience.

Requirements

Requires a DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school, an active Maryland dental license, and at least two years of general dentistry experience. Candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a patient-first mindset; experience with four-quadrant dentistry and digital workflows is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Comprehensive ExamsPatient Communication

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$224k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $214k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

5.7/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in General Dentistry (Dental)

  • No weekends

Living in Glenn Dale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$461k
Median resident rent
$1,698/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About SmileHQ and Elite Orthodontics

Medical Practices
Fairfax, VA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

CE Allowance
Medical Insurance
401(k) with Profit Sharing
Flexible Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule
Ownership Opportunity Available
Clinical Mentorship