A new survey from GoTu, a dental talent marketplace, found that approximately two-thirds of dental hygienists, dental assistants, and associate dentists are unsatisfied with their compensation and benefits. The annual State of Work Report was developed in partnership with the American Dental Hygienists' Association and collected responses from nearly 8,000 participants.

Workforce satisfaction and compensation trends

The survey highlights growing concerns about pay and benefits across multiple roles in the dental workforce. Dissatisfaction among hygienists and assistants reflects broader challenges in attracting and retaining skilled staff in dental practices. These findings suggest that compensation structures may not align with expectations or market demands for support personnel in dentistry.

Implications for dental practice management

Practices facing retention challenges may need to reassess their compensation packages and benefits offerings. Understanding staff satisfaction levels is important for practice leaders evaluating recruitment strategies and workplace culture. The data from a large respondent pool provides insight into industry-wide trends that could inform human resources decisions.