No. 4: Dental Hygienist
Median annual salary: $62,800
Required education: completing a dental hygiene program or an Associate’s degree
Job description: Dental hygienists work alongside dentists. They perform X-rays and dental exams, but they also conduct certain preventive treatments, such as fluoride treatments or teeth cleaning. In addition, a dental hygienist is also usually in charge with education patients on oral hygiene.
