What is the difference between a PA and an AA?

Generally, physicians tend to earn higher salaries over their careers compared to dentists. While dentists often have the advantage of working slightly fewer years or having more predictable schedules, their average annual income is typically lower than that of doctors, especially specialists. Physicians, particularly those in specialized fields such as surgery or cardiology, can earn significantly higher salaries, which over the course of their careers results in greater total earnings. Factors influencing these differences include the level of specialization, geographic location, years of experience, and the demand for specific medical services. Overall, on average, doctors tend to have higher lifetime earnings than dentists.