68EArmyMedical

68E Dental Specialist — Civilian Career Guide

Assists Army dentists in patient care including cleanings, X-rays, impressions, and chairside assistance during dental procedures.

CAREER PATHS

TOP SALARY

$87,530.00

AVG SALARY

$59,780.00

Civilian Career Matches

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.

Dental Hygienist

SOC 29-1292

$87,530.00

median/yr

Dental Assistant

SOC 31-9091

$44,820.00

median/yr

Dental Laboratory Technician

SOC 51-9081

$46,990.00

median/yr

Skills That Transfer

Dental radiographyProphylaxisDental impressionsInfection controlPatient educationChairside assisting

Recommended Certifications

These certifications can increase your salary by 10-25% and make you more competitive for civilian roles.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

CDA (Certified Dental Assistant)

Radiology Certification

Translate Your 68E Experience to a Civilian Resume

Use our free resume builder to convert your Dental Specialist skills and experience into language civilian employers understand. Built specifically for Army veterans.

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68EArmyMedical

68E Dental Specialist — Civilian Career Guide

Assists Army dentists in patient care including cleanings, X-rays, impressions, and chairside assistance during dental procedures.

CAREER PATHS

TOP SALARY

$87,530.00

AVG SALARY

$59,780.00

Civilian Career Matches

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.

Dental Hygienist

SOC 29-1292

$87,530.00

median/yr

Dental Assistant

SOC 31-9091

$44,820.00

median/yr

Dental Laboratory Technician

SOC 51-9081

$46,990.00

median/yr

Skills That Transfer

Dental radiographyProphylaxisDental impressionsInfection controlPatient educationChairside assisting

Recommended Certifications

These certifications can increase your salary by 10-25% and make you more competitive for civilian roles.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

CDA (Certified Dental Assistant)

Radiology Certification

Translate Your 68E Experience to a Civilian Resume

Use our free resume builder to convert your Dental Specialist skills and experience into language civilian employers understand. Built specifically for Army veterans.