Dentist Jobs in Missouri

Dentist jobs in Missouri are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in private general practices, community health centers, and dental service organizations operating statewide. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield anchor the largest share of openings, where established employers like Aspen Dental, Heartland Dental, and SSM Health Dental maintain substantial hiring pipelines. The most sought-after specialties include orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery, alongside general dentists willing to work in underserved rural communities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top employerHeartland Dental
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring36
Work type78% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Westphalia Holdings
Dentist
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Westphalia Holdings
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Dentist
Westphalia Holdings
Branson, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services

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General Dentist
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General Dentist
Daily Dental
Branson, Missouri
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
On-Site
Doctoral degree

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Heartland Dental
General Dentist - O'Fallon, MO
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General Dentist - O'Fallon, MO
Heartland Dental
O'Fallon, Missouri
Dentistry
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Associate Dentist
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Associate Dentist
Farmington Family Dental
Farmington, Missouri
Dentistry
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$250k - $400k/yr
On-Site
Nitrous Oxide Certification

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Upward Smiles Corporation
Associate Dentist
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Upward Smiles Corporation
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Associate Dentist
Upward Smiles Corporation
Farmington, Missouri
Dentistry
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$229k - $310k/yr
On-Site
11-50

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Dentist Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
9 jobs
Branson
4 jobs
Columbia
4 jobs
Cape Girardeau
4 jobs
Kansas City
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
Joplin
2 jobs
Warrenton
2 jobs
Farmington
2 jobs

Dentist Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Heartland Dental
Heartland Dental7 open roles
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360Care6 open roles
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PDS Health3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dentist jobs across Missouri.

  • Active dental license issued or recognized by the Missouri Dental Board
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Completion of National Board Dental Examinations Part I and Part II
  • Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Missouri
  • Experience with electronic health records and practice management software
  • CPR and basic life support certification maintained to current standards

Dentist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dentist in Missouri?

To become a dentist in Missouri, you must earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited dental school, pass the National Board Dental Examinations, and pass a clinical board examination accepted by the Missouri Dental Board. You then apply for licensure through the Missouri Dental Board, which oversees credentialing and issues the active license required to practice in the state.

How much do dentists make in Missouri?

Dentists in Missouri earn a median of about $204,960 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,610 for the lowest 10% to over $427,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire dentists in Missouri?

Employers hiring dentists in Missouri right now include Heartland Dental, 360Care, and PDS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of dental service organizations, federally qualified health centers, and independent private practices means hiring is spread across both major metros and smaller rural communities statewide.

Which Missouri cities have the most dentist jobs?

St. Louis, Branson, and Columbia account for the most dentist openings in Missouri, driven by the concentration of dental service organizations, hospital-affiliated dental departments, and large private group practices in Kansas City and St. Louis, while Springfield serves as the primary regional hub for southwest Missouri's growing population.

Are there remote dentist jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. About 22% of dentist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most dental work requires in-person patient care. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are administrative or consulting functions, such as teledentistry screenings or dental director advisory roles with community health organizations.

How can I get hired as a dentist in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to associate dentist roles at dental service organizations, which routinely hire new graduates without requiring prior practice ownership experience. Heartland Dental and Aspen Dental both operate Missouri locations with structured new-graduate onboarding programs. Community health centers across Missouri, including federally qualified health centers in rural and underserved areas, also hire new-graduate dentists, often with loan repayment incentives. Completing a general practice residency at a Missouri hospital system strengthens your candidacy and is a recognized bridge from dental school to independent practice.

Where can I find and apply to dentist jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to dentist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across private practices, dental service organizations, and community health centers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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