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Dentist

Healthcare · Oral Health High demand Market estimate

Diagnose and treat problems with teeth and gums, from fillings and extractions to root canals and crowns. Most Jamaican dentists work in private practice, with others in public health centres and hospitals.

Salary Breakdown

$3,500,000 JMD – $5,500,000 JMD
0 - 2 years

Newly registered dentist working as an associate in a practice or in public dental services. Indicative market estimate, not a published salary scale.

Estimated Take-Home Pay

Based on the midpoint of the Entry salary range ($4,500,000 JMD), after NIS, NHT, Education Tax, and PAYE.

Est. Net / Month$296,760 JMD
Est. Net / Year$3,561,127 JMD
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Gross (annual)
$4,500,000 JMD
NIS (3%)
−$135,000 JMD
NHT (2%)
−$90,000 JMD
Education Tax
−$98,212 JMD
PAYE Income Tax
−$615,660 JMD
Net (annual)
$3,561,127 JMD

Estimate only — illustrative rates and thresholds, not tax advice. Confirm current figures with Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).

Career Path Roadmap

  1. 1

    Excel in the Sciences

    Strong CSEC Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English A, followed by CAPE sciences.

    Secondary school
  2. 2

    Earn a Dental Degree

    Complete the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at UTech's College of Oral Health Sciences or a recognised dental school.

    5 years
  3. 3

    Register with the Dental Council

    Meet Dental Council of Jamaica requirements to practise.

    After graduation
  4. 4

    Work as an Associate

    Build clinical speed and patient relationships in an established practice or public clinic.

    2 - 4 years
  5. 5

    Open a Practice or Specialise

    Start your own practice or study orthodontics, oral surgery or another specialty.

    3+ years
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Required Education

  • CSEC Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English A
  • CAPE Biology and Chemistry
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree

Common Local Certifications

  • Registration - Dental Council of Jamaica
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Specialty postgraduate qualification (optional)

Where to Train

University of Technology, Jamaica

Kingston & St. Andrew · Public University
Accredited 17 accredited programmes

A recommended place to train as a Dentist

University of the West Indies, Mona

Kingston & St. Andrew · Public University
Accredited 12 accredited programmes

A recommended place to train as a Dentist

Local Institutions Offering Programs

  • University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) - College of Oral Health Sciences
  • University of the West Indies, Mona
  • Employer route: clinical placements and posts in Ministry of Health & Wellness dental services