High-paying dental jobs in Chicago

Dental focuses on oral health care, including prevention and treatment of dental issues. Dentists and hygienists work with patients to provide services and education. Strong communication and technical skills are necessary.


The 408 dental jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $43,696 and $233,213 per year. Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist and Dentist are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chicago, IL.

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Updated Nov 03, 2026
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Chicago, IL
Illinois
Job openings (Chicago)

Associate Dentist

Chicago

$233,213 per year

Illinois

$232,676 per year

Dentist

Chicago

$227,451 per year

Illinois

$235,262 per year

Periodontist

Chicago

$218,728 per year

Illinois

$210,668 per year

Dental Specialist

Chicago

$182,022 per year

Illinois

$75,214 per year

Dental Hygienist

Chicago

$54.87 per hour

Illinois

$50.74 per hour

Dental Practice Consultant

Chicago

$49.80 per hour

Illinois

$35.09 per hour

Orthodontic Clinical Team Lead

Chicago

$25.59 per hour

Illinois

$24.16 per hour

Dental Assistant

Chicago

$22.39 per hour

Illinois

$22.03 per hour

Orthodontic Assistant

Chicago

$22.24 per hour

Illinois

$22.01 per hour

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Chicago

$21.85 per hour

Illinois

$21.39 per hour

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