Dental Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities:
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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Preforming office management tasks.
Average Salary: $14,000-$25,000
Education Requirement: 
Dental assistants must have a high school
diploma or a 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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