Orthodontist Dental Assistant Salary in Tulsa, OK

How much does an Orthodontist Dental Assistant make in Tulsa, OK?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Orthodontist Dental Assistant in Tulsa, OK is $45,474. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,751 to $49,982, with most professionals earning between $36,452 and $54,087.

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What is an Orthodontist Dental Assistant?

An Orthodontist Dental Assistant works alongside orthodontists to provide support in the treatment of dental and orthodontic issues. Their responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment, taking X-rays and impressions, sterilizing equipment, and providing chairside assistance during procedures. They also educate patients on proper oral hygiene and care for their braces or other orthodontic appliances. Additionally, orthodontist dental assistants may also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role, as well as a thorough understanding of dental and orthodontic procedures.

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What does an Orthodontist Dental Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of an Orthodontist Dental Assistant

Maintaining patient records and updating treatment plans as directed by the orthodontist.

September 03, 2023

Assisting with the administration of local anesthesia and other medications as directed by the orthodontist.

September 10, 2023

Assisting with front office duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and processing patient payments.

September 14, 2023

Providing chairside assistance to the orthodontist during procedures, including handing instruments and materials as needed.

September 21, 2023

Ordering and maintaining inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials.

September 22, 2023

Taking and developing dental x-rays for the orthodontist to review.

October 14, 2023

Providing patient education on proper oral hygiene and care of orthodontic appliances.

October 14, 2023

Assisting the orthodontist during dental procedures such as braces adjustments, fitting of orthodontic appliances, and taking dental impressions.

October 31, 2023

Monitoring and comforting patients during orthodontic procedures, and addressing any concerns or questions they may have.

November 01, 2023

Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment for use in orthodontic procedures.

November 02, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Orthodontist Dental Assistant in Tulsa, OK

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49982

45474

Average Total Cash Compensation

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50166

45545

What is the average salary for Orthodontist Dental Assistant in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Orthodontist Dental Assistant in Tulsa, OK. The base salary for Orthodontist Dental Assistant ranges from $40,751 to $49,982 with the average base salary of $45,474. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,828 to $50,166 with the average total cash compensation of $45,545.

View Average Salary for Orthodontist Dental Assistant as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$45,474	$40,751 - $49,982
Bonus	$71	$77 - $184
Total Pay	$45,545	$40,828 - $50,166

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Orthodontist Dental Assistant Salary Near Tulsa, OK

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Broken Arrow, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,621 - $49,823	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Bartlesville, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,361 - $49,504	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Muskogee, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,361 - $49,504	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Stillwater, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,204 - $48,084	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Oklahoma City, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,594 - $48,563	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK
CITY, STATE Edmond, OK	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,464 - $48,403	COMPARE TO Tulsa, OK

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About Tulsa, Oklahoma

Tulsa is located in the northeastern corner of Oklahoma, 99 miles (159 km) northeast of Oklahoma City; situated between the edge of the Great Plains and the foot of the Ozarks in a generally forested region of rolling hills. The city touches the eastern extent of the Cross Timbers, an ecoregion of forest and prairie transitioning from the drier plains of the west to the wetter forests of the east. With a wetter climate than points westward, Tulsa serves as a gateway to "Green Country", a popular and official designation for northeast Oklahoma that stems from the region's green vegetation and r...

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About Tulsa, Oklahoma Tulsa is located in the northeastern corner of Oklahoma, 99 miles (159 km) northeast of Oklahoma City; situated between the edge of the Great Plains a....More

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