How does pricing work?
What makes up a rate and why it varies between markets.
Updated Jul 2026
Are you a dental professional?Read this for professionalsOffices are quoted an all-in hourly rate for temporary coverage, and a placement fee for permanent hires.
What the hourly rate includes
- The professional's wage
- Payroll taxes and statutory contributions
- Liability insurance and workers' compensation
- Credential verification and our placement fee
Why rates differ by market
Wages for hygienists and assistants vary considerably by region and cost of living, and statutory contributions differ by state and province. That is why we quote per market rather than publishing one national number.
Our cost calculator estimates the true hourly cost of agency coverage once taxes, fees, and admin time are included. It is an estimate, not a quote.