What does a Periodontist do?

You treat gum diseases and place dental implants.

How much does a Periodontist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 110'000, mid ~CHF CHF 170'000 per year (approximate).

Periodontist

Health & Medicine

Periodontists specialise in diseases of the tooth-supporting structures. They treat gum diseases, perform regenerative procedures and place dental implants. Periodontitis is a widespread condition, ensuring high demand.

Entry

~CHF 110'000

CHF 9'167/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 170'000

CHF 14'167/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 280'000

CHF 23'333/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration108 months

Your path to Periodontist

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Secondary School

You are here

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High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH3 years

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Master's degree

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Starting salary: CHF 110'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics6/10

🔬 Science8/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity3/10

🤝 Social Contact7/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth8/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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