SOC 29-1029
Dentists, All Other Specialists
Risk Score
⚠️13/100
Low Risk
US Employment
👥5,900
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$226K
$75K – $0
Projected Growth
📈+0.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖35/100
Moderate exposure
💡 Dentists, All Other Specialists face a risk score of 13/100 — 31 points below the national average of 44. With only 35/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $226K ($179K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions offer lower AI risk while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of just 13/100, Dentists, All Other Specialists is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like interdisciplinary care coordination and emergency triage requiring rapid human judgment rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 5,900 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Dentists, All Other Specialists?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Administrative automation of medical billing and coding
Telehealth platforms automating triage and intake
Automated patient monitoring and alert systems
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Interdisciplinary care coordination
Emergency triage requiring rapid human judgment
Ethical decision-making in end-of-life situations
Hands-on physical examination and procedures
Empathetic patient communication and bedside manner
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, General | 24 | $173K | 90% |
| Optometrists | 30 | $135K | 65% |
| Podiatrists | 28 | $153K | 60% |