> Of course, they are also much, much cheaper, so they will cut into that average $160K/yr salary for dentists in the US... I doubt that this makes much of an

> Of course, they are also much, much cheaper, so they will cut into that average $160K/yr salary for dentists in the US... I doubt that this makes much of an impact. Cavities aren't really a money maker for dentists and inadequacies inherent to the repair process mean that you'll almost certainly need more expensive work later on. The only way to really "beat" the dentists is to avoid enamel loss and calculus formation through proper cleaning technique and regular dental cleanings. https://www.animated-teeth.com/dental_insurance/a-dental-costs.htm https://www.animated-teeth.com/dental_insurance/a-dental-cos... Most dentists in the US are private practice which makes for a competitive market that prides itself on the quality of its customer care. If you really want to be worried about someone coming to take your hard earned money I'd be concerned about the growing incorporation of dentistry offices in the US. http://www.dentaleconomics.com/articles/print/volume-105/issue-4/macroeconomics/the-future-of-dental-practice-demographics-patients-professionals-and-procedures.html http://www.dentaleconomics.com/articles/print/volume-105/iss...