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Dentist
Diagnoses and treats issues related to the teeth, gums, and mouth.
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NSQF Level 6
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At a glance
Salary range in India
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year (estimate)
Market demand
growing
Low
Very High
Minimum qualification
12th
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote
Your pathway into Dentist
1
Step 1
12th → Training/Diploma → Dentist
Skills you'll need
patient care
Core skill
anatomy
Core skill
medical terminology
Core skill
empathy
Core skill
Salary breakdown in India
Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year (estimate)
Lead / Head
Upper Range
What does a Dentist actually do?
Diagnoses and treats issues related to the teeth, gums, and mouth.