MPM Dental Career Guide: Resources for Dental Professionals

Dental assistant jobs are projected to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034. That’s faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS also projects about 52,900 openings nationwide each year. If you’re in Midtown, MI, the real question is where to start. Job boards often list requirements […]

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects continued demand for dental assistants over the next decade, and expanded functions can make candidates more competitive in the job market. If you’re a dental assistant in Germantown, TN, you’ve probably hit a ceiling. Same duties, same pay, limited growth. Becoming an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) can

According to the ADA Health Policy Institute, 72.5% of U.S. dentists owned their practices in 2023—down from 84.7% in 2005. For early-career associates, the gap is sharper: as of 2021, only 9.5% of dentists under 30 owned a practice, down from 25.4% in 2005. You’re producing strong numbers, building patient relationships, and quietly wondering, when

Requirements depend on your state. Michigan and Tennessee use formal registration with career levels. Indiana permits entry-level assistants without formal education, but requires a radiographic license for X-ray. A one-year CODA-accredited program is the fastest way to full credentials, with CPR/BLS widely expected from day one. What Do All Three States Have in Common? Before

A dental receptionist manages the front desk of a dental practice — scheduling appointments, handling billing, verifying insurance, maintaining patient records, and serving as the first face patients see. It’s an entry-level role that requires no college degree, pays between $37,000 and $46,000 per year on average, and can grow into office management, treatment coordination,

What Dental Assistants Actually Earn in Michigan Right Now Dental assistant salaries in Michigan in 2026 vary depending on experience, certification, and location — but the direction is clear: wages are rising. According to Glassdoor’s May 2026 data, based on 355 anonymously submitted salaries, most Michigan dental assistants earn between $45,904 and $62,178 per year,