Dentist salary in UAE
Most dentist ads in the United Arab Emirates pay AED 15,000 – 30,000, often on a percentage basis per month, and specialists (orthodontics, implants) earn AED 35,000+. Packages vary a lot: check whether housing, transport, medical insurance and annual flights are included or paid as an allowance, because that can change the real value by 30% or more.
What employers ask for
Most dentist job ads in Dubai & UAE ask for a dental degree, DHA/DOH licence and 2+ years of clinical experience. The sectors hiring most right now are private dental clinics and hospital groups, and the majority of openings are in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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