In Nevada, approximately 1,483 dentists practice cosmetic and oral health. These dentists practice in various specialties including orthodontics, general dentistry, periodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. There is approximately one dentist for every 1,729 people in the state of Nevada. Compared to the national average of one dentist for every 1,650 residents, Nevada’s numbers are lower than the national average. The majority of dentists in the state of Nevada are part of the Nevada Dental Association and specially trained to practice dentistry within the state.