# Dental Recruiting Agencies

Placing dentists, hygienists, and office staff who keep practices thriving and patients smiling.

## At a glance

- **144** agencies ranked
- **8,343** total Google reviews
- Data last refreshed **February 21, 2026**

## Top 50 ranked agencies

| # | Agency | Rating (reviews) | Office locations |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [My Mountain Mover](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/my-mountain-mover) | 5.0 (558) | Orange |
| 2 | [Integrity Placement Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/integrity-placement-group) | 5.0 (531) | Sarasota |
| 3 | [i4 Search Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/i4-search-group) | 5.0 (271) | Liberty Township |
| 4 | [Coastal Dental Health Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/coastal-dental-health-staffing) | 4.9 (104) | Wilmington |
| 5 | [Dental Connections, Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-connections-inc) | 4.9 (81) | Fircrest |
| 6 | [Direct Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/direct-dental-staffing) | 4.9 (72) | San Diego |
| 7 | [Dental Team Finder](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-team-finder) | 4.9 (66) | — |
| 8 | [Express Healthcare Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/express-healthcare-staffing) | 4.9 (257) | Tulsa, Rochester, Seattle |
| 9 | [HYGIENE STAFFING](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/hygiene-staffing) | 4.9 (217) | Yonkers |
| 10 | [Titan Placement Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/titan-placement-group) | 4.9 (205) | Sarasota |
| 11 | [Dental Recruiters](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-recruiters) | 4.9 (52) | — |
| 12 | [Abbott and Associates](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/abbott-and-associates) | 4.8 (47) | Portland |
| 13 | [DJP Right Fit Recruiting, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/djp-right-fit-recruiting-llc) | 4.8 (46) | — |
| 14 | [Connected Health Care](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/connected-health-care) | 4.8 (114) | Austin |
| 15 | [Kester Search Group, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/kester-search-group-llc) | 4.8 (43) | Greenville |
| 16 | [Hire Up Services](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/hire-up-services) | 4.8 (41) | — |
| 17 | [Tuson Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/tuson-dental-staffing) | 4.8 (41) | Tucson |
| 18 | [Secure Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/secure-dental-staffing) | 4.8 (40) | Chino |
| 19 | [Exceptional Recruiting, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/exceptional-recruiting-llc) | 4.8 (39) | — |
| 20 | [Arch Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/arch-dental-staffing) | 4.8 (38) | Oak Brook |
| 21 | [Job R Us](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/job-r-us) | 4.8 (1,114) | Miami |
| 22 | [Mission Box Solutions Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/mission-box-solutions-inc) | 4.8 (57) | — |
| 23 | [Elite Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/elite-dental-staffing) | 4.8 (27) | Reston |
| 24 | [Temporary and Permanent Dentist Recruiter](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/temporary-and-permanent-dentist-recruiter) | 4.8 (27) | Bethlehem |
| 25 | [Kwikly Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/kwikly-dental-staffing) | 4.8 (357) | Minneapolis |
| 26 | [Adirondack Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/adirondack-staffing-solutions) | 4.8 (50) | East Glenville |
| 27 | [Dental Dynamic Staffing, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-dynamic-staffing-llc) | 4.8 (223) | Cleveland |
| 28 | [MedVirtual](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/medvirtual) | 4.8 (24) | Woodland Hills |
| 29 | [GoTu](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/gotu) | 4.8 (40) | Tampa |
| 30 | [Dental Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-staffing-solutions) | 4.7 (84) | Pinellas Park |
| 31 | [Principle Personnel Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/principle-personnel-group) | 4.7 (31) | Stuart |
| 32 | [Anderson\|Biro Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/andersonbiro-staffing) | 4.7 (73) | Westlake |
| 33 | [MJD Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/mjd-dental-staffing) | 4.7 (18) | — |
| 34 | [Dental](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental) | 4.7 (31) | Randallstown, Silver Spring, Washington |
| 35 | [Dental Temps Staffing Solutions LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-temps-staffing-solutions-llc) | 4.7 (16) | Arlington |
| 36 | [Team1Medical](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/team1medical) | 4.7 (53) | Houston |
| 37 | [Dental Professionals](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-professionals) | 4.7 (50) | Bellevue |
| 38 | [Assistance On Call](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/assistance-on-call-inc) | 4.7 (46) | Lakewood |
| 39 | [A-Team Dental Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/a-team-dental-staffing-llc) | 4.7 (14) | Modesto |
| 40 | [National Staffing by Noelle & Associates](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/national-staffing-by-noelle-associates) | 4.7 (14) | — |
| 41 | [Raizan Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/raizan-solutions) | 4.7 (36) | Troy |
| 42 | [Dynamic Dental Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dynamic-dental-staffing-solutions) | 4.7 (35) | Fayetteville |
| 43 | [High End Hiring](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/high-end-hiring) | 4.7 (104) | New York |
| 44 | [Fabysmiles - Dental, Medical, Medspa & Aesthetic Recruitment](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/fabysmiles-dental-medical-medspa-aesthetic-recruitment) | 4.7 (10) | New York |
| 45 | [PerfecTiming Dental Staffing LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/perfectiming-dental-staffing-llc) | 4.7 (10) | — |
| 46 | [Allied Search Partners](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/allied-search-partners) | 4.7 (14) | Port Orange |
| 47 | [Dental Temps of South Florida](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/dental-temps-of-south-florida) | 4.7 (14) | Plantation |
| 48 | [WSi Healthcare Personnel](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/wsi-healthcare-personnel) | 4.7 (137) | Colorado Springs, Greenwood Village |
| 49 | [Global Talent Partners](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/global-talent-partners) | 4.7 (9) | Charlotte |
| 50 | [Knightingale Health Services, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/knightingale-health-services-llc) | 4.7 (9) | Orlando |

## How These Rankings Work

Scores come from **Google Reviews** via the Google Places API — never from paid placements, and never set by the agencies themselves. We apply a **Bayesian adjusted average** to prevent small-sample distortion (a 2-review 5.0-star agency shouldn't outrank a 200-review 4.8-star one):

```
adjusted_score = (v / (v + m)) * R + (m / (v + m)) * C
```

- `v` — total reviews across all offices
- `m` — prior weight (**20**)
- `R` — the agency's weighted average score
- `C` — the platform-wide mean

So with a global mean of 4.2: an agency with **5 reviews at 5.0** scores 4.36, while one with **200 reviews at 4.8** scores 4.75. The second outranks the first because the score is backed by more evidence.

Multi-office agencies get a single weighted score across locations. Every listing is human-reviewed before publication. Scores refresh hourly. [Read the full methodology →](https://recruiterrank.co/methodology)

## FAQ

### What's typically included in a dental recruiting agency's fee?

Most dental recruitment fees cover candidate sourcing, credentialing verification (state licensure, DEA certification, malpractice history), interview coordination and salary negotiation. Contingency arrangements typically run 20 to 25 percent of first-year compensation for associate dentists and specialists, while hygienist and front-office placements command 15 to 20 percent. Retained searches for practice owners or clinical directors involve upfront payments and milestone billing. Fees generally include a 90-day guarantee period, though replacement terms vary. Some agencies bundle onboarding support and initial compliance documentation as part of their standard service.

### What types of dental roles do these recruiting agencies typically fill?

These agencies recruit across the full spectrum of dental practice roles. Clinical positions include general dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, periodontists, endodontists and pediatric dentists, plus dental hygienists and assistants. On the administrative side, they fill office managers, treatment coordinators, front desk staff and billing specialists. Many also place temporary and locum tenens providers to cover leaves or seasonal demand. Specialized firms focus exclusively on associate and partner-track placements, while others concentrate on DSO expansion hiring or private practice succession planning.

### Which dental credentials carry the most weight with these agencies?

Active state licensure and specialty certifications dominate agency evaluations. A DDS or DMD from a CODA-accredited program opens doors, while board certification through the American Board of Dental Specialties signals advanced expertise in endodontics, periodontics or oral surgery. For hygienists, regional anesthesia permits and laser certifications separate candidates in competitive markets. Office managers benefit from AADOM fellowship or certified dental practice management credentials. Agencies prioritize credentials that directly affect billability and malpractice insurability, since practices hiring through them expect candidates who can begin treating patients with minimal onboarding delay.

### How can I tell if a dental recruiting agency is reputable?

Look for agencies with verifiable placement track records in your practice type—general, pediatric, specialty or DSO. Reputable firms maintain active relationships with state dental boards and understand credentialing timelines across jurisdictions. Check for client reviews that mention specific outcomes: time-to-fill for associate or hygienist roles, candidate retention past 90 days and quality of pre-screened clinical skills. Legitimate agencies will discuss their vetting process for license verification, malpractice history and clinical references before presenting candidates. Membership in healthcare staffing associations and dental industry groups signals professional standards.

### When does retained search make sense for a dental hire?

Retained search proves most valuable when recruiting specialist dentists—periodontists, orthodontists, endodontists—or practice owners in competitive markets where passive candidates dominate. The upfront fee commitment ensures exclusive focus and deeper vetting of clinical credentials, state licensure complexities and cultural fit within an established patient base. For associate dentists or hygienists in metro areas with active candidate pools, contingency typically suffices. Retention becomes essential when your timeline is urgent, the role requires relocation or you're building a new specialty service line requiring precise clinical expertise.

### How do recruiters verify state-by-state dental licensure and DEA credentials before submitting candidates?

Reputable dental recruiters request copies of state licensure directly from the candidate, then cross-check status and expiration dates through each state dental board's online verification portal. For DEA registration, they confirm the candidate's DEA number against the controlled-substance registration database and verify that practice location aligns with the registered address. Most firms also run primary-source verification for malpractice history and specialty certifications like oral surgery or periodontics. Thorough recruiters document this audit trail before any client introduction, protecting practices from compliance gaps that trigger board sanctions.

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### Dental recruiters by city

- [New York, NY](https://recruiterrank.co/city/new-york-ny) — 4 agencies
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