Dentist Salaries in New Zealand
Salary and wage information for New Zealand professions is compiled regularly by analysis of New Zealand jobs advertised in major publications. Salaries are annual unless otherwise stated.
According to the New Zealand Dental Association there is an acute shortage of dentists in many provincial and rural areas of New Zealand.
The majority of dentists work in private dental practices. Earnings can vary considerably depending on the location and size of the practice. Dentists are also employed by district health boards, the army and universities.
This occupation is currently on the New Zealand immediate skills shortage list for Waikato/Bay of Plenty, Central North Island, Wellington, Canterbury/Upper South Island and Otago/Southland.
Dentists must be registered with the Dental Council of New Zealand.
Dentist Salaries / Wages in 2011-2012
| Dentist | Salary / Wage $ | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Dentist | 70,000 – 80,000 | Auckland |
| Experienced Dentist | 100,000+ | Auckland |
| Orthodontist | 120,000+ | Auckland |
| Experienced Dentist | 80,000 – 100,000 | Auckland |
| Graduate Dentist | 65,000 – 75,000 | Wellington |
| Experienced Dentist | 100,000+ | Christchurch |
| Dentist | 80,000+ | Christchurch |
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