Dentist Salary in South Africa
R 731,920
per year
per month
R 60,990
per month
per year
Dentist Average Salary
The average salary for a Dentist in SA is R 731 920 gross per year (R 60 990 gross per month), which is 159% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Dentist can expect an average starting salary of R 455 390. The highest salaries can exceed R 1 870 000.
Salary Range: a Dentist can expect an average starting salary of R 455 390. The highest salaries can exceed R 1 870 000.
R 455,390
Low
R 731,920
Average salary
R 1,870,000
High
R 37,950
Low
R 60,990
Average salary
R 155,830
High
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Dentist Salary Range - South Africa
Among Dentists registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HCPSA), young Dentists completing their Community Service year after graduating or General Denstists tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Dental Officers and Dental Specialists employed in the Government / Public Sector enjoy the highest salaries.
Dentist - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Government Dentist | R 974K/year | +33% |
| Pediatric Dentist | R 812K/year | +11% |
| General Dentist | R 681K/year | -7% |
| Dentist, Community Service | R 666K/year | -9% |
Dentist - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Dentist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 40 000 gross per month. A mid career Dentist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average basic salary of R 56 000, while an experienced Dentist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 68 000. Dentists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 100 000 monthly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Dentist in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +64% |
| Experienced | ▲ +11% |
| Average Salary | R 60,990/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -8% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -34% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
54%
54%
Male
46%
46%
Dentist - Related Salaries
The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Dentist job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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