dental assistants

Tooth doctor's aides

Dental assistants are healthcare workers who support dentists during procedures and handle administrative tasks in dental offices.

They prepare patients, sterilize instruments, take X-rays, and assist chairside during examinations and treatments.

The role requires certification in most states: She worked as a dental assistant while studying to become a hygienist.

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patient records · CPR certification · billing · front desk · licensing exams · infection control · patient comfort · open wide · teeth cleaning · data entry · prophylaxis · inventory tracking

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