Dental Assistance
Duties
and Responsibilities
A dental assistant
works with patients to make them comfortable on the dental chair and to prepare
them for treatments and procedures. Sterilize dental instruments; prepare the
work area for patient treatment by setting out instruments and materials. Help dentists
by handing them instruments during procedures. Keep patients mouths dry by
using suction hoses and other equipment. Instruct patients in the proper dental
hygiene, Process x-rays and complete lab tasks under the direction of a
dentist. Keep records of dental treatments, schedule patient appointments.
Salary: $35,000 per year
Education: Diploma, associate’s degree
Reflection: I don’t
want to be this because im not that gentle with the dental tools.
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