The employment rate of dental hygienists and dental assistants is expected to increase 7% by 2032, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Both professions have a projected percent change in employment of 7% over the next decade, higher than the average growth rate of 3% for all occupations.
Here are the job outlook stats for dental hygienists and dental assistants, according to the data, which was updated Sept. 6:
Dental hygienists
Number of jobs in 2022: 219,400
Employment change, 2022-2032: 16,300
Growth rate, 2022-2032: 7% increase
Dental assistants
Number of jobs in 2022: 371,000
Employment change, 2022-2032: 25,700
Growth rate, 2022-2032: 7% increase