Associate Dentist – Established Private Practice in Western Montana

Are you looking for a private-practice opportunity where you can build meaningful patient relationships, grow clinically and begin with a genuinely busy schedule?

Frenchtown Dental is seeking a full-time associate dentist to join our established, independently owned practice in beautiful Western Montana. Our current full-time associate is relocating, creating an immediate opportunity to step into an active patient base. With approximately 50–60 new patients joining our practice each month, you will not be waiting months to build a schedule.

We are a relationship-centered general dental practice that welcomes both patients seeking traditional dentistry and those interested in a more holistic, whole-health approach. We listen carefully to our patients’ concerns, discuss their options openly and help them make informed decisions about their care.

What We Offer
An established patient base and busy schedule from the beginning
Approximately 50–60 new patients per month
Competitive compensation with excellent earning potential
Daily guarantee
Relocation assistance
Full-time position with a negotiable schedule
A beautiful, modern office with mountain views from every window
CBCT, iTero digital scanning and advanced clinical technology
An experienced and supportive dental team
Clinical mentorship and opportunities to expand your skills
The autonomy and personal connection of an independently owned practice
Clinical Opportunities
The associate will provide comprehensive general dentistry, including:
Examinations and treatment planning
Fillings and restorative dentistry
Crowns and other indirect restorations
Extractions
Emergency care
Comprehensive family dentistry
Our practice also offers opportunities to learn and participate in:
IAOMT SMART amalgam-removal protocols
Ozone therapy
Adult and pediatric airway-focused dentistry
Sleep-disordered breathing screening and oral appliance therapy
Invisalign and clear-aligner treatment
Laser dentistry
Myofunctional and interdisciplinary care
Previous experience in these areas is not required. We are looking for a dentist who is curious, teachable and interested in understanding how oral health connects with the health of the whole person.

Who We’re Looking For
Our ideal associate:
Holds or is eligible for a Montana dental license
Provides compassionate, ethical and clinically excellent care
Takes time to listen and communicate with patients
Enjoys working collaboratively with an experienced team
Is comfortable providing comprehensive general dentistry
Is interested in holistic dentistry and willing to learn SMART protocols, ozone therapy and airway-focused care
Wants to develop lasting patient relationships
Values the independence and culture of a privately owned practice
Experienced dentists and motivated new graduates are both encouraged to apply. Mentorship is available, and the position can be shaped around the right dentist’s experience, interests and long-term goals.

Life in Western Montana
Frenchtown is a welcoming community located just west of Missoula. The Frenchtown Valley offers beautiful mountain views, an excellent school system and easy access to everything that makes Western Montana special.

The surrounding area offers skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, camping, hunting, mountain biking and countless other ways to enjoy the outdoors. Missoula provides restaurants, arts, live music, an airport and the energy of a university town, while Frenchtown offers a close-knit community and an outstanding place to raise a family.

If you want a busy private-practice opportunity, a supportive team and the chance to practice dentistry in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, we would love to meet you.

To apply, please submit your résumé or CV along with a brief introduction describing what you are looking for in your next dental practice.

Pay: $180,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person