5 new workforce statistics for dentists to know

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New data has been published in recent weeks showcasing the growth and challenges within the dental workforce.

Here are five new statistics to know:

1. More than 73% of dentists currently have an adequate number of dental assistants at their practice.

2. About 28% of dentists have added staff at their practices so far this year.

3. There has only been a 0.5% increase in dental sector jobs over the last 12 months.

4. More than 90% of dentists who have actively been recruiting dental hygienists over the past three months said that it has been “very” or “extremely” challenging.

5. There has been an 11.6% decline in dental job postings in the last year.

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