Age: Minimum age for admission is 17 (seventeen) years Career opportunities: Overall employment of dentists is projected to grow 7 percent over the next ten years, faster than the average of all occupations. The demand for dental services will increase as the population ages and as research continues to link oral health to overall health. Top Recruiting Areas: ► Hospitals ► Research and academic organisations ► Medical institutes ► Mental hospitals ► Self-employment, after registration with the SAMDC, DDT & OH technicians can start a private practice with other partners.