OPT Periodontist Jobs
Periodontist jobs on OPT are available at dental group practices, academic dental centers, and specialty clinics. Most positions require a U.S. periodontology residency certificate and active state dental licensure. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role, so your 12-month OPT window determines your timeline for securing H-1B visa or O-1 visa sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsWe Are 42 North Dental
Built by dentists for dentists, we continually raise the bar for what's possible in the practice of dentistry by delivering healthy, confident smiles for life.
With our roots in Boston, the best-in-the-nation healthcare hub, we are uniquely positioned to partner with preeminent healthcare solution providers to test and launch new treatments, technologies, and add new specialties and services. It is all part of our mission to chart a bold new course for the practice of dentistry.
Our name refers to the latitude of Boston, MA where we put down roots over 40 years ago. Boston is known as the "City of Firsts" where innovation, collaboration, and excellence come together. These key building blocks are the foundation of any great healthcare organization.
Why You'll Love this Periodontist Job!
New Haven Dental Group is seeking a full-time Periodontist to provide care in the New Haven, CT, and surrounding area. Part-time candidates will be considered.
Our specialists enjoy the benefit of internal referrals and group practice support. Each practice has a well-trained and experienced clinical support team, along with digital X-rays, microscope(s), and state-of-the-art equipment. Full-time doctors with solid clinical and interpersonal skills can earn $500K+ yearly.
- Pay, $1,000 - $1,400 per day with uncapped earning potential through % of collections
- Busy, well-established practices that allow for a great referral base
- Reputable practices with a dedicated patient base and General Dentists that enjoy having an in-house specialty
42 North Dental has been providing dental care in New England for over 30 years. In our established, multi-specialty group practice, we welcome 100+ new patients each month. Our state-of-the-art facility allows optimal patient care, a comprehensive approach to full-service dentistry, along with a strong focus on quality, service, and patient satisfaction.
Clinic Name:
- New Haven Dental Group
Compensation:
- Pay, $1,000 - $1,400 per day with uncapped earning potential through % of collections
Benefits:
Please note that some benefits require full-time employment (Averaging 30+ hours a week)
- Health Insurance with optional HSA (healthcare savings account), (single or family coverage), gym/health club reimbursement, discounted health and fitness merchandise, and more
- Dental benefits (including free cleanings)
- Vision coverage
- Employee assistance program with unlimited access to free mental health support, legal advice, financial counseling, and more
- 401K with dedicated financial assistance
- Continuing education through work at no cost to you
Responsibilities:
- Promote oral health and disease prevention
- Diagnose oral diseases
- Educate patients on oral health and various treatment options
- Create treatment plans to maintain or restore patient's oral health
- Review treatment plan options with patients
- Review, maintain and update patients' medical and dental records
- Review and interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
- Monitor growth and development of the teeth and jaws
- Perform surgical procedures in hard and soft tissue therapy and placing implants
- Maintain the highest quality standard of care for all patients
- Maintain the highest standard of ethics and professionalism within the dental office
- Keep abreast of new developments, technologies, best practices and standard of care through current continuing education courses and professional development
Skills & Qualifications:
- DMD or DDS degree from a university-based dental education program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (ADA CODA)
- Board eligible or board certified in periodontics
- Current state license to practice dentistry
- Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccination
- Proof of malpractice insurance
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise. If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, apply today!
Disclosures
42NDC values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
42NDC is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, including family medical history, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
We Are 42 North Dental
Built by dentists for dentists, we continually raise the bar for what's possible in the practice of dentistry by delivering healthy, confident smiles for life.
With our roots in Boston, the best-in-the-nation healthcare hub, we are uniquely positioned to partner with preeminent healthcare solution providers to test and launch new treatments, technologies, and add new specialties and services. It is all part of our mission to chart a bold new course for the practice of dentistry.
Our name refers to the latitude of Boston, MA where we put down roots over 40 years ago. Boston is known as the "City of Firsts" where innovation, collaboration, and excellence come together. These key building blocks are the foundation of any great healthcare organization.
Why You'll Love this Periodontist Job!
New Haven Dental Group is seeking a full-time Periodontist to provide care in the New Haven, CT, and surrounding area. Part-time candidates will be considered.
Our specialists enjoy the benefit of internal referrals and group practice support. Each practice has a well-trained and experienced clinical support team, along with digital X-rays, microscope(s), and state-of-the-art equipment. Full-time doctors with solid clinical and interpersonal skills can earn $500K+ yearly.
- Pay, $1,000 - $1,400 per day with uncapped earning potential through % of collections
- Busy, well-established practices that allow for a great referral base
- Reputable practices with a dedicated patient base and General Dentists that enjoy having an in-house specialty
42 North Dental has been providing dental care in New England for over 30 years. In our established, multi-specialty group practice, we welcome 100+ new patients each month. Our state-of-the-art facility allows optimal patient care, a comprehensive approach to full-service dentistry, along with a strong focus on quality, service, and patient satisfaction.
Clinic Name:
- New Haven Dental Group
Compensation:
- Pay, $1,000 - $1,400 per day with uncapped earning potential through % of collections
Benefits:
Please note that some benefits require full-time employment (Averaging 30+ hours a week)
- Health Insurance with optional HSA (healthcare savings account), (single or family coverage), gym/health club reimbursement, discounted health and fitness merchandise, and more
- Dental benefits (including free cleanings)
- Vision coverage
- Employee assistance program with unlimited access to free mental health support, legal advice, financial counseling, and more
- 401K with dedicated financial assistance
- Continuing education through work at no cost to you
Responsibilities:
- Promote oral health and disease prevention
- Diagnose oral diseases
- Educate patients on oral health and various treatment options
- Create treatment plans to maintain or restore patient's oral health
- Review treatment plan options with patients
- Review, maintain and update patients' medical and dental records
- Review and interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
- Monitor growth and development of the teeth and jaws
- Perform surgical procedures in hard and soft tissue therapy and placing implants
- Maintain the highest quality standard of care for all patients
- Maintain the highest standard of ethics and professionalism within the dental office
- Keep abreast of new developments, technologies, best practices and standard of care through current continuing education courses and professional development
Skills & Qualifications:
- DMD or DDS degree from a university-based dental education program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (ADA CODA)
- Board eligible or board certified in periodontics
- Current state license to practice dentistry
- Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccination
- Proof of malpractice insurance
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise. If you want to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, apply today!
Disclosures
42NDC values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
42NDC is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, including family medical history, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Periodontist
Target employers familiar with dental visa sponsorship
Large dental service organizations and university dental schools have established HR processes for sponsoring specialty dentists. These employers have sponsored international periodontists before and are far less likely to dismiss your application over work authorization concerns.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with employers
Periodontics roles involve credentialing delays of two to four months. If your OPT expires before credentialing completes, you cannot legally work. Raise your authorization timeline in early conversations so both sides can plan accordingly and avoid last-minute surprises.
Secure state dental licensure before OPT begins
Many state dental boards require months to process licensure applications. Starting this process during your residency maximizes your usable OPT window. Arriving at a job search without a license eliminates most employer options and compresses an already tight authorization timeline.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during negotiations, not after
Periodontics qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa. Confirm the employer's willingness to sponsor before signing any agreement. Practices that have previously hired foreign-trained specialists are the most reliable candidates for sponsorship conversations.
Consider the O-1A visa as a parallel pathway
Board certification, published research, or leadership roles in professional associations like the American Academy of Periodontology can support an O-1A petition. This visa has no annual cap or lottery, making it a strong alternative if H-1B selection does not occur.
Document your clinical training in detail for petitions
H-1B and O-1 petitions for periodontists benefit from thorough documentation of residency training, case volume, surgical competencies, and specialty certifications. Start compiling these records during your residency so nothing is missing when sponsorship discussions begin.
Periodontist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a periodontist on OPT?
Yes, but two conditions must be met simultaneously: your OPT employment authorization must be active and your state dental license must be current. Periodontics is a licensed profession in every U.S. state, so your employer cannot place you in a clinical role without both. Credentialing at hospitals or surgery centers adds another layer, often taking 60 to 90 days, which must fall within your authorized period.
Is STEM OPT extension available for periodontists?
No. Periodontology is not a STEM-designated field under the Department of Homeland Security's STEM Occupational Classification list, which is tied to specific CIP codes in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Your OPT authorization is limited to 12 months. This makes early sponsorship conversations critical, since you have no automatic extension to use as a buffer while H-1B or other visa processing proceeds.
What visa options exist for periodontists after OPT ends?
The H-1B is the most common path, as periodontics clearly qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a doctoral-level dental degree and specialty residency. The O-1A is a strong alternative for candidates with board certification, peer-reviewed publications, or recognized contributions to the field. Some university-affiliated positions may also qualify for J-1 visa exchange visitor status through a sponsoring institution. Each pathway has different employer obligations and timelines.
How do I find periodontist jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you the time of screening employers manually. Focus your search on dental group practices with multiple locations, academic dental centers affiliated with universities, and specialty dental networks, as these organizations have the administrative infrastructure to manage work authorization and licensure requirements for international hires.
Does my periodontology residency count as OPT-authorized employment?
Only if you have activated your OPT and your residency position is paid employment directly related to your dental degree. Residency programs are typically authorized under your F-1 student status, not OPT. Once you complete your residency and graduate, your post-completion OPT clock starts. Working in a clinical or faculty role after graduation requires active OPT authorization, and the employment must align with your periodontics degree field.