As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Cosmetic Dentist in the United States is $169,971. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $141,770 to a high of $203,351, with most professionals earning between $155,210 and $187,443.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Cosmetic Dentist Salary | $141,770 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Cosmetic Dentist Salary | $155,210 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Cosmetic Dentist Salary | $169,971 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Cosmetic Dentist Salary | $187,443 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Cosmetic Dentist Salary | $203,351 | US | April 01, 2025 |
Cosmetic dentistry is generally used to refer to any dental work that improves the appearance (though not necessarily the functionality) of teeth, gums and/or bite. It primarily focuses on improvement in dental aesthetics in color, position, shape, size, alignment and overall smile appearance. Many dentists refer to themselves as "cosmetic dentists" regardless of their specific education, specialty, training, and experience in this field. This has been considered unethical with a predominant objective of marketing to patients. The American Dental Association does not recognize cosmetic dentis...
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