General Dentist: Lufkin | Pediatric-Focused Practice

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$500k-$600k

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Job Description

  • General Dentist | Lufkin, Texas | Full-Time
  • Lufkin Kids Dentistry
  • 1 hour from Tyler, TX
  • 2 hours from Houston, TX

Community Dental Partners is seeking a General Dentist to join Lufkin Kids Dentistry, a solo-doctor, pediatric-focused dental practice in Lufkin, Texas.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced dentist looking for a steady patient base, ongoing continuing education, and a supportive team that values clinical growth and long-term success.

An experienced clinical and administrative team supports our dentists so they can focus on delivering high-quality, comprehensive dental care and building lasting patient relationships.

What You'll Do

  • Provide comprehensive general dentistry and pediatric dental care.
  • Work collaboratively with a dedicated clinical and front office team.
  • Use digital technology and workflows in a fully digital dental practice.
  • Diagnose and develop treatment plans based on each patient's individual needs.
  • Practice with clinical autonomy, with access to mentorship and support as needed.
  • Build trusted relationships with patients and provide a positive dental experience.
  • Contribute to a positive team culture focused on patient care and quality dentistry.
  • Continue developing your clinical skills through mentorship and company-provided continuing education.

What We're Looking For

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
  • Active or eligible Texas dental license.
  • Commitment to providing excellent patient care.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Interest in professional development and continued clinical growth.
  • A team-oriented approach and commitment to a positive dental office culture.

About Lufkin Kids Dentistry

  • Solo-doctor practice.
  • Pediatric-focused dental practice.
  • 6 operatories.
  • In-person work setting.
  • Fully digital dental office.
  • Fully supported front office and clinical team.
  • Strong patient demand and steady patient flow.
  • Closest airport: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

Compensation and Benefits

  • Potential income: $500,000-$600,000 yearly at full-time.
  • Production-based compensation with guaranteed base pay.
  • Up to 31% production.
  • 401(k).
  • Health insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Care to Share Referral Program - Receive $5,000 for signed full-time doctor referrals.
  • Group malpractice insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Employee discount program (Perks at Work).
  • Company-provided monthly continuing education (CE) courses.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday

Choose part-time or full-time

Why Lufkin?

Lufkin, Texas, is a great place to live for people who want a more relaxed pace of life, a welcoming community, and access to the outdoors without giving up everyday conveniences. Located in East Texas, Lufkin offers a small-city feel, a lower-key lifestyle, and room to build both a career and a life outside of work.

Why Join Community Dental Partners?

Community Dental Partners is a dental support organization that supports general dentists, pediatric dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, and dental teams. Our doctor-led, team-supported model gives dentists the resources they need to focus on patient care while we handle the business and administrative side of dentistry.

CDP dentists have access to mentorship, continuing education, clinical development, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Ready to take the next step in your dental career? Apply today to learn more about the General Dentist opportunity in Lufkin, Texas.

Community Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are made based on job-related qualifications and without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive general and pediatric dental care while utilizing digital workflows and technology. Collaborate with a dedicated clinical team to develop treatment plans and build trusted patient relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess an active or eligible Texas dental license. Strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development and team-oriented patient care are required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Treatment planningDigital dentistryPatient relationship buildingTeam collaborationClinical diagnosis

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$550k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $566k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dentist market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$566k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Texas461 active5,779 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$550k midpoint, that is roughly $22k–$39k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Pediatrics Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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$230k-$461k
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$200k-$400k
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$1,200+/day
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Dentist listings

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

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About Community Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Denton, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Malpractice Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program (Perks at Work)
Company-Provided Monthly CE Courses
Care to Share Referral Program ($5,000 per signed referral)

Living in Lufkin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$224k≈ 0.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,341/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.