Comparing career satisfaction in dentistry: Who's happy, who's not
When it comes to staffing shortages in dentistry, keeping team members engaged in their jobs is key—and money isn't always the most important thing. In the results of the 2025 DentalPost Industry Salary Report, those who made a job change last year were often in search of a better work environment, even moreso than an increase in salary.
So who's the happiest in dentistry, and who is falling behind? We take a look in this gallery.
About the Author
Amelia Williamson DeStefano
Market Content Director
Amelia Williamson DeStefano, MA, is market content director of Endeavor Business Media’s Dental Group, where she leads content strategy for Dental Economics, RDH, DentistryIQ, and Perio-Implant Advisory. With a background in editorial leadership and audience development, she focuses on delivering clinically relevant, evidence-based content that supports better patient care and stronger practice outcomes. She holds a master’s degree in English literature from the University of Tulsa.