Is $15 an hour too low for a dental assistant position? I'm not certified so I understand that I'm going to make less money, but I'm wondering if that's a little low even with no certification. Should I be asking for more? This is my second year at this job.

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Depends on the area you're in. I would expect to see $20 to $30/hour. Even though you aren't certified through a dental assisting program your experience should put you above $18/hour at a minimum, but again that also depends on where you live since wages are so insane in this country.

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