About This Course:

Students will learn the skills needed to assist in all phases of dentistry, from taking X-rays to four-handed chairside assisting, and have the opportunity to complete a clinical rotation and assist in actual dental procedures. Through hands-on experience, students will develop skills as receptionists, office managers, chairside assistants and the use of personal computers for patient records, billing and correspondence. 

Students Will Learn:

Potential Dental Assistants will learn the essential clinical skills that include:

• Assisting in dental procedures
• Handling dental/medical emergencies
• CPR certification
• Instructing patients how to properly brush and floss
• Preparing restorative and impression materials
• Infection Control
• Sterilizing techniques
• Taking, processing and mounting X-rays
• Digital radiography
• Following Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and universal precautions
• Maintaining computerized dental records (DENTRIX)
• Fabricating bleaching trays
  *Upon completion of the required training and exams, students will be certified in CPR, Heart Saver/First Aid through the American Heart Association.