Dental Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Dental assistants help dentists provide dental care.
They often work in teams with dental hygienists and laboratory
technicians. 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 to include brushing and flossing.
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Performing office management tasks.
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Average Salary: $14,000 - $25,000
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Educational Requirements:
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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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