3 Ways to Attract & Retain Top Dental Talent in a Competitive Market

The dental hiring landscape has changed — and practices that want to stand out need more than a good salary. Today’s top dental professionals are looking for purpose, growth, and a supportive work culture. Here’s how to attract and keep the best of the best: 

1. Build a Culture That Prioritizes People

• From onboarding to daily interactions, make your team feel heard and supported. 

• A strong culture reduces turnover and turns staff into advocates. 

2. Offer Clear Paths for Growth

• Create professional development plans with training, mentorship, or CE credits. 

• Talented professionals stay where they see a future. 

3. Showcase Your Values and Vision

• Use your website and social media to communicate what sets your practice apart. 
• When your mission is clear, the right people will find you.
   

Hiring challenges aren’t going away — but practices that lead with values, vision, and investment in people will win the long game. 

Sources/Resources:

• American Dental Association — Dental Workforce Shortages: The State of Hiring in 2024 
  https://www.ada.org/publications/ada-news/2024/march/ada-data-show-dental-workforce-shortage-persists 

• DentalPost — 2024 Dental Salary Survey Report 
  https://www.dentalpost.net/dental-jobs/content/2024-dental-salary-survey-report/ 

• Forbes — The New Rules of Talent Attraction in Healthcare 
  https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2023/06/12/the-new-rules-of-talent-attraction-in-healthcare