Associate Dentist Opportunity | $250K–$400K+ Earning Potential | Daily Guarantee | 4-Day Week | High-Growth Coastal Practice | Ocean Pines, MD

Mariner Cosmetic Dentistry is a rapidly growing, privately owned dental practice located in Ocean Pines, Maryland just minutes from Ocean City.

Our team is known for a high-performing yet supportive culture with a strong focus on patient-centered, comprehensive dentistry. We serve a rapidly expanding patient base driven by consistent demand and continued community growth.

This is a great opportunity for a dentist who wants to stay busy, grow clinically, and build long-term income potential while working in a positive, team-driven environment where patients and culture come first.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: 35% of collections

Expected Earnings: $250K–$400K+ annually depending on production and procedures

Practice consistently supports high production volume with strong patient demand

Owner doctor has personally produced $1.6M+ annually primarily from bread-and-butter dentistry (no cherry-picking of cases or patients)

• Daily Guarantee: Available (negotiated based on experience)
• Signing Bonus: Available
• Benefits May Include:
  • Health & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • CE allowance / growth support
  • Ongoing mentorship and clinical development

The Opportunity

This is a full-time associate opportunity (4 days/week) in a fast-growing coastal practice with a consistently full schedule and strong patient flow from day one.

The role exists due to rapid expansion and patient demand growth, including:

• Practice growth from $830K to $2.6M+ in under 2 years
• 90+ new patients/month with ongoing hygiene backlog and unmet demand
• Expansion from 6 to 11 operatories (June 2026)
• Current associate already on track for $200K+ in year one working 4 days/week in a single chair

You will be stepping into a production-ready schedule supported by a growing hygiene team and efficient systems designed to keep you clinically busy without chaos or unnecessary pressure.

Clinical Scope includes:

• Restorative dentistry (crowns, bridges, composites)
• Extractions and oral surgery
• Endodontics (as desired)
• Implant placement and restoration (with mentorship available)
• Invisalign / aligners
• Comprehensive treatment planning
• Emergency and general dentistry

Technology includes:

• CBCT
• Intraoral scanners
• Digital radiography
• Fully digital workflow systems

Mentorship & Growth:
Hands-on mentorship is available from experienced doctors with opportunities to expand into implants and advanced procedures over time. This is a strong fit for both:

• An experienced dentist seeking autonomy and strong earnings, or
• A motivated newer dentist looking to grow quickly with full support

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is:

• A licensed DDS/DMD (or eligible for licensure)
• New grads welcome (no residency required for strong fit)
• 1–2 years of experience preferred, but not required for the right cultural fit
• Clinically solid or eager to grow into comprehensive dentistry
• Strong communicator who builds patient trust easily
• Positive, team-oriented, low-drama professional
• Motivated to stay productive in a high-demand environment

Location Highlights

Ocean Pines, MD / Ocean City region offers a rare combination of coastal lifestyle, affordability, and strong quality of life.

• Minutes from Ocean City beaches, boardwalk, dining, and entertainment
• Easy access to Salisbury Regional Airport (SBY) (~30–40 minutes) for convenient regional flights and connections to major hubs
• Coastal community with boating, fishing, golf, and outdoor recreation
• Known for being one of the safest residential areas in Maryland
• Low cost of living compared to nearby coastal markets
• Strong seasonal energy with restaurants, tourism, and events nearby
• Quiet residential living in Ocean Pines with quick access to Ocean City activity

This is an ideal location for dentists looking for high earning potential + coastal lifestyle balance.

Ready To Apply

If you’re looking for a high-growth private practice with strong patient flow, clinical mentorship, and long-term earning potential, we’d love to connect.

Apply today or reach out directly to learn more.