Career in Dental Assisting
Growing Profession
Dental assisting is among the top 25 fastest-growing occupations in the United States. As a dental assistant, you will not only enjoy increased opportunities in a growing field, you will also enhance the efficiency of a dental care team.
Variety of Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of a dental assistant vary, but usually involve a variety of office, patient care, and laboratory duties. Some of the duties you may perform as a dental assistant, as outlined by the American Dental Association , include:
Assisting a dentist with treatments and procedures
Taking and developing dental radiographs (depending on state requirements)
Communicating post-surgery instructions to patients
Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
Flexible Schedule
Although many dental assistants work full-time in private dental practices, over one-third work part-time. Others divide their schedules among more than one dental office. If you are seeking a long-term career with flexible or part-time hours, dental assisting is for you.
Contact with People
As a dental assistant, you will have contact with every patient who walks in the dental office, whether it’s by scheduling appointments, taking blood pressure readings, or communicating post-surgery instructions. You can make a positive impact on people’s lives by providing them with quality oral healthcare and helping them feel more comfortable.
Wide Range of Career Options
In addition to working chair side with the dentist, many dental assistants pursue different career options after they receive formal training and Certification. Some of these options include:
Dental office manager
Educator
Dental product sales
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