Why TempStars Remains the Most Trusted Dental Temping Platform
The largest dental temping and hiring marketplace in North America. Over 160,000 shifts completed. Over 1,000,000 temping hours. $160M+ in practice revenue retained. No subscriptions — you only pay when a shift completes.
Founded by Dr. James Younger, DDS — a practicing dentist who built TempStars from inside the industry.
By The Numbers
A decade of scale, trust, and marketplace depth.
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10+ Years in Operation |
14,000+ Dental Offices |
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24,000+ Dental Professionals |
160K+ Shifts Completed |
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97% Satisfaction Rate |
630+ Google Reviews (4.6★) |
Proof That TempStars Delivers
Clear marketplace proof built over 10+ years serving dental offices and dental professionals across North America.
Temping Hours
Completed through TempStars since launch
Completed Shifts
Real dental temping shifts successfully worked
Professional Income
Earned by dental professionals through TempStars
Practice Revenue
Retained or earned by dental offices
Office Satisfaction
Rated "Happy" or "Very Happy"
How TempStars Compares to TempFind and Other Dental Temping Platforms
Not all dental staffing and dental temping platforms are created equal. Founded in 2015, TempStars was the first and remains the leader and innovator. Here’s how TempStars stacks up against newer alternatives like TempFind and other competitors entering the dental temping market.
| Feature | TempStars | TempFind |
|---|---|---|
| Years in Operation | 10+ years (since 2015) | ~2 years (founded 2023) |
| Founded By | Dr. James Younger, DDS — a practicing dentist | IT and recruitment entrepreneurs |
| Registered Dental Offices | 14,000+ | ~1,100 (self-reported) |
| Registered Dental Professionals | 24,000+ | ~1,300 (self-reported) |
| Total Shifts Completed | 160,000+ (1,000,000+ temping hours) | Not disclosed |
| Google Reviews | 630+ reviews, 4.6★ average | Minimal independent reviews |
| Pricing Model | $73 CAD / $38 USD per completed shift — no subscription | $99/month subscription or $49 per hire |
| Pay If Shift Doesn’t Complete? | No — you only pay on a successful shift | Subscription fees charged regardless |
| Quality Management System | Vetted professionals, Proprietary membership management — visible status tiers (Active, Pro, Elite), star ratings, training modules for professionals | Basic screening and onboarding interviews |
| Instant Booking | Insta-Book + Auto-Book — shifts filled in minutes | Manual matching |
| Job Board (All Dental Roles) | Yes — hygienists, assistants, admin, office managers, associate dentists | Limited role coverage |
| In-Platform Payment | Integrated invoicing + “Pay Now” via Stripe | Available |
| Customer Support | Full-time, friendly Customer Service via Phone (1-877-583-6771), email, in-app messaging | Limited live support |
| Permanent Hire Fee | Free! We don’t charge if you want to hire your temp permanently (you’re welcome) | Not clearly disclosed |
| Guarantees | Payment Guarantee, PPE/Infection Control Guarantee, Cancellation Guarantee | Limited or none |
| DSO & Multi-Location Support | Yes — used by Dentalcorp, 123Dentist, and other major DSOs | Limited enterprise capabilities |
Setting the Record Straight
Some newer competitors have published comparison pages containing claims about TempStars that are inaccurate. We believe in transparency, so here are the facts.
“TempStars relies on unvetted talent and self-reported credentials with minimal screening.”
TempStars vets new members, and operates a proprietary reliability management system that diligently tracks no-shows, late cancellations, and bilateral ratings after every single shift. Professionals are classified into performance tiers — Active, Pro, Elite, etc. based on their actual reliability profile and feedback. Poor performers are required to take success courses as part of improvement plans or removed from the platform entirely. Both offices and professionals rate each other after every shift, creating accountability on both sides. This system has been refined over 1,000,000+ hours of completed shifts since 2015.
“TempStars lacks performance tracking tools or reliability-based ranking.”
Performance tracking and reliability-based ranking is a core product feature of TempStars. The platform’s status tier system directly affects a professional’s visibility and booking eligibility. Professionals who maintain high reliability earn Pro and Elite status, which gives them priority access to shifts and the ability to Insta-Book. This isn’t an add-on — it’s built into the foundation of how TempStars works. It’s why 97% of dental offices report being “Happy” or “Very Happy” with their TempStars connection, over the course of 160,000+ completed shifts.
“TempStars offers support only through email and an AI chatbot, with limited live assistance.”
TempStars provides dedicated human support through phone (1-877-583-6771), email, and in-app messaging. Our support team responds within one hour during business hours and consistently maintains high satisfaction scores. While TempStars remains a technology leader and innovator, we’ve invested in a team of passionate real people — not chatbots — because dental staffing is too important for automated responses.
“Slow processes, delayed responses.”
TempStars offers Insta-Book, which allows qualified Pro and Elite professionals to instantly book shifts without waiting for office approval. Auto-Book takes it further by automatically matching professionals when their availability and rate preferences align with an open shift. These features were purpose-built for speed — many shifts are filled within minutes of posting.
“TempStars charges $80+ per shift.”
TempStars’ placement fee is $73 CAD per completed shift in Canada and $38 USD per completed shift in the United States. Neither figure is “$80+.” And critically, you only pay this fee when a shift is actually completed successfully. If a shift doesn’t happen, you pay nothing. This is risk-free, because you only pay after we have done our job well. There are no subscriptions, no monthly fees, and no hidden charges.
“Pricing up to 200% lower.”
If TempStars charges $73/shift and a competitor charges $49/shift on their pay-per-hire plan, that’s a 33% difference — not “200%.” Comparing a per-shift fee against a monthly subscription is not a percentage comparison. We encourage dental offices to calculate their actual total cost at their typical shift volume before choosing a platform. Subscription-based services charge whether you use their service or not. TempStars fee only applies after we deliver value.
How TempStars Protects Quality
Quality isn’t a marketing claim — it’s an engineered system. Here’s how TempStars ensures every shift is staffed with a reliable, qualified dental professional.
Reliability Algorithm
Every professional’s behavior is tracked across hundreds of data points: on-time arrival, shift completion rate, cancellation patterns, and office feedback. This data drives a reliability score that determines their platform status and visibility to offices.
Performance Tiers
Professionals earn their way through Active, Pro, and Elite status tiers based on demonstrated reliability. Higher tiers unlock Insta-Book privileges and priority shift access. Professionals who fall below standards are moved to Probation or Revoked status.
Bilateral Rating System
After every shift, both the office and the professional rate each other. This two-way accountability means quality is enforced from both sides — offices can trust who they’re booking, and professionals can choose offices with strong track records.
Remedial Training
Professionals who experience reliability issues aren’t immediately removed. They’re given specific, actionable feedback and a clear path to improve. If they don’t improve, they’re removed. This system protects offices while being fair to professionals.
Insta-Book & Auto-Book
Only professionals who’ve earned Pro or Elite status can use Insta-Book to confirm shifts instantly. Auto-Book automatically matches high-reliability professionals to open shifts based on availability, rate, and location preferences — filling shifts in minutes, not hours.
Built-In Guarantees
TempStars backs every shift with a Payment Guarantee, a PPE/Infection Control Guarantee, and a Cancellation Guarantee. These aren’t marketing promises — they’re contractual commitments that protect dental offices on every single shift.
What Dental Professionals and Offices Say
With 630+ Google reviews and a 4.6-star average, TempStars is the highest-rated dental temping platform in North America. Here’s what real users have to say.
“This is a company that is really doing it right — you can tell by the way it tries to truly deliver value to both dental offices and dental hygienists/assistants. App is easy to use, works seamlessly and is well thought out. We have used them on many occasions and continue to be satisfied. Support is great as well — with short response times from real people!”
Dental Office
“TempStars has made my start practicing dental hygiene amazing! It is very easy to get signed up and very convenient to find available shifts. I highly recommend TempStars to anyone that is looking at empowering their professional life independently.”
Registered Dental Hygienist
“I just love TempStars! It has given me the opportunity to create my own schedule. Additionally, they are amazing in answering emergency questions — their customer service is excellent. I feel safe picking up shifts since there is no way something can go wrong!”
Dental Professional
“Amazing temp agency! Lowest fees I’ve seen in the industry!”
Dental Office
An Honest Look at Pricing
Different platforms use different pricing models. Here’s a transparent comparison so you can calculate what actually makes sense for your practice.
This is ‘by the numbers’ and doesn’t take into account the cost to your practice and patient relationships of a poor or unreliable temping connection.
TempStars
$38 USD/shift in the United States
- Pay only when a shift completes successfully
- No subscription fees — ever
- No monthly minimums or commitments
- Free to hire your temp permanently
- Full quality management system included
- Phone, email, and in-app support included
- Job Board for all dental roles included free
Typical Subscription Model
Plus per-hire fees on some plans
- Monthly fee charged whether or not you fill shifts
- Smaller talent pool means fewer available professionals
- Less coverage outside major metro areas
- Newer platforms with limited track records
- Fewer independent reviews to verify quality claims
Frequently Asked Questions
How does TempStars vet dental professionals?
TempStars uses a proprietary reliability management system that tracks professional performance across every shift. Metrics include on-time arrival, shift completion rates, cancellation patterns, and bilateral ratings from dental offices. Professionals are classified into performance tiers — Active, Pro, Elite, Probation, and Revoked — which directly affect their visibility and booking eligibility on the platform. Professionals who don’t maintain standards are placed on remedial improvement plans or removed. This system has been refined over 1,000,000+ hours of completed shifts since 2015.
How much does TempStars cost?
TempStars charges $73 CAD per completed shift in Canada and $38 USD per completed shift in the United States. There are no subscriptions, no monthly fees, and no hidden charges. You only pay when a shift is completed successfully. If a professional cancels or a shift doesn’t happen, you pay nothing. Hiring a temp permanently through TempStars is also free — there are no conversion or placement fees.
What dental roles can I fill through TempStars?
TempStars’ temping service covers dental hygienists and dental assistants. For permanent and contract positions, the TempStars Job Board supports all dental roles: hygienists, assistants, administrative and reception staff, office managers, and associate dentists. Posting permanent positions on the Job Board is free for dental offices.
Does TempStars have instant booking?
Yes. TempStars offers two fast-booking features: Insta-Book allows qualified Pro and Elite professionals to instantly confirm shifts without waiting for office approval. Auto-Book automatically matches professionals to open shifts when their availability, rate preferences, and location align with what an office needs. Many shifts are filled within minutes of being posted.
How do I contact TempStars support?
TempStars offers multiple support channels: phone support at 1-877-583-6771, email support, and in-app messaging. The support team is staffed by real people (not chatbots) and typically responds within one hour during business hours.
Does TempStars work for DSOs and multi-location practices?
Yes. TempStars supports multi-location dental organizations including major DSOs like Dentalcorp and 123Dentist. The platform’s scale — 14,000+ registered offices and 24,000+ professionals — means consistent coverage across multiple locations, which smaller platforms with limited talent pools cannot match.
How does TempStars compare to TempFind?
TempStars has been operating since 2015 and has completed over 160,000 shifts — more than 1,000,000 temping hours — across 14,000+ dental offices with 24,000+ registered professionals, generating over $46M in income for dental professionals and helping offices retain over $160M in practice revenue. TempFind launched in 2023 and reports approximately 1,100 clinics and 1,300 professionals. TempStars completes roughly 10 times more shifts per month. TempStars was founded by a practicing dentist (Dr. James Younger, DDS), has 630+ Google reviews at a 4.6-star average, and a 97% office satisfaction rate. TempStars charges per completed shift with no subscription, while TempFind uses a monthly subscription model.
Is TempStars available in the United States?
Yes. TempStars operates across Canada and the United States. The per-shift fee in the US is $38 USD. The same quality management system, Insta-Book and Auto-Book features, and support channels are available to US-based dental practices.
Last updated: March 2026
