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Endodontists

Health Science

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Work Environment

Endodontists work in hospitals and dental clinics on land and aboard ships.

  • Military Status

    Officer

  • Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.

    $124,299

    Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.

    $64,860 - $335,723

Overview

Endodontists are dentists who specialize in maintaining teeth through endodontic therapy, including procedures that involve the soft inner tissue of the teeth, called the pulp. Utilizing the latest methods and equipment, they examine, diagnose, and treat tooth abnormalities and disease. Root canal therapy is the most common treatment performed by endodontists

Military Training

Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Endodontists have a doctorate degree in dental medicine or dental surgery. Endodontists who participate in military-sponsored residency programs receive renowned education. All dentists in the Military gain exposure to nearly every major facet of dentistry in a wide range of healthcare environments. Like other healthcare officers they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities military structure and etiquette traditions the military health system and leadership development.

  • Preventive dentistry
  • Dental office procedures
  • Radiology (X-ray) techniques
  • Dental hygiene procedures

Helpful Attributes

  • Desire to help others
  • Good eye-hand coordination
  • Interest in work requiring accuracy and attention to detail

Related Civilian Careers

  • Dentists, General