The Average Salary of an Orthodontist Assistant

Orthodontist assistants help orthodontists care and treat deformities of the mouth, jaw, and teeth with a variety of tasks, such as making plaster impressions and changing the wires on braces. According to Payscale.com, the average salary of an orthodontist assistant depends largely upon how many years of experience he has in the field and the type of employer for which she works.

Least Experienced

In July 2009, orthodontist assistants with up to 4 years of work experience earned an average salary of between $15,406 and $34,024.

5 to 9 Years of Work Experience

Orthodontist assistants with 5 to 19 years of work experience in the field earned annual salaries of between $20,641 and $34,282 as of July 2009.

Most Experienced

The average salary range for orthodontist assistants with 20 or more years of experience was between $26,068 and $42,729 in July 2009.

Bonuses and Commission

In July 2009, orthodontists assistants reported receiving annual bonuses of between $300 and $737. They also reported earning average annual commissions of around $1000.

Other Benefits

In July 2009, many orthodontist assistants received additional benefits that increased their overall compensation packages, including between .4 and 2.4 weeks of paid vacation time.

References

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Resources

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