Dental Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities:
Dental assistants help dentist provide dental care. They
often work in teams with dental hygienists and laboratory technician. They may
work in health clinics, dental schools, nursing homes, and the military, but
usually they work for dentists in private practice.
Dental assistant duties include:
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Helping patients feel comfortable during
treatment.
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Taking and developing dental x-rays
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Taking medical histories for patients
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Sterilizing and preparing- dental instruments
and equipment
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Instructing patients about dental health care
include brushing and flossing
Average Salary:-$14,000-$25,000
Educational Requirements:
Dental assistants must have a
high school diploma or GED certificate.
They must receive additional
training at a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn
their skills. Length of programs varies between six months and one year. To
become certified, dental assistants must pass an examination from the Dental
Assisting National Board.
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