General Dentist
Listed compensation
$250k-$500k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- General Dentist - Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters!
- HIGH INCOME potential - earn up to $250,000-$500,000+ per year!
- PRODUCTION-based compensation model + Practice Ownership Opportunity!
As a General Dentist at Ideal Dental, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and support to both our patients and dental team. You’ll be empowered with the training, tools, and resources to advance your career while making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Every day, you’ll help create beautiful smiles and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.
We are a clinician founded, clinician-led™, dental service organization that has been delivering high-quality, dental care to patients since 2008. We heavily invest in 100+ hours continuing education opportunities in all aspects of dentistry including Invisalign and practice management.
With over 50,000 5-star guest reviews, the company cares deeply about its brand and the Ideal Guest Experience. The company is guided by its vision to be the premier provider of all dental services under one roof while being the first choice for dentists and staff seeking a partner for growth, innovation, and learning. For additional information visit, decadental.com or myidealdental.com.
This position is a perfect chance to join a fast-growing practice with future potential to participate in a joint venture ownership opportunity at one of our sought-after retail locations!
What Does Our Practice Offer?
Clinical autonomy and support – in all aspects of HR, Marketing, and Operational Support
Ownership opportunities for candidates who are interested in continued personal, professional, and financial growth - continue to practice without taking on any additional operational burdens!
Our award-winning doctor training program is one of the best learning programs in the nation! You will be provided with industry-leading clinical mentorship, training, and education.
Our Clinical Advisory Board and Board-Certified Specialists provide our general dentists with the training to do ALL procedures from molar endo, surgical extractions, Invisalign, implant dentistry, and much more!
We supply state-of-the-art equipment, including iTero scanners at select practices, fully digital practices, and robust online dashboards to help with case acceptance.
PPO and Fee for Service Guests with 10-15% HIGHER reimbursement rates allowing for maximum income potential.
What Are the Perks and Benefits?
% of production, including fully paid lab expenses.
- Ownership Opportunities
- Free in-house 100+hrs CE courses, including Invisalign Certification
- One-on-one training and mentorship
- Competitive health benefits
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Accident coverage
- 401K
Requirements
- Establishing and growing long-term guest and team relations
- Providing mostly fee-for-service and PPO guests with a wide range of general and cosmetic dentistry, including crowns, bridges, molar endo, and Invisalign
- Pursuing lifelong clinical learning and education with a collaborative group of doctors
Assuming the quality of care for guests while adhering to the highest standard of dental practice ethics and professionalism
At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team. We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work. Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters
Key Responsibilities
The General Dentist will deliver exceptional dental care and support to patients while contributing to the health and well-being of the community. They are responsible for performing a wide range of procedures and maintaining high standards of clinical ethics and professionalism.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Ideal Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 27 active listings.
Of the 49 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 27% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $250k–$500k | Dentist median $263k (middle half $225k–$300k)38 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$386k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| General Dentistry listings in Texas | 123 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Texas | 486 active | 6,018 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 27% no call · 84% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $11k) · 2% offer loan repayment486 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Dentistry listings | 650 in the last 30 days | 423 the 30 days before (+54%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Ideal Dental | silver tier, 72/100 | Top Employers work-life index27 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$375k midpoint, that is roughly $15k–$26k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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