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A dental assistant is a vital employee in a dentist office. Dental assistant jobs can vary from office to office, but generally a dental assistant can help sterilize equipment, prepare dental instruments, locate patient records, help patients keep comfortable, and assist the dentist during procedures. Dental assistants are important members of the dental healthcare team. A career as a dental assistant can be exciting, challenging, and very rewarding. The educated dental assistant can look forward to job satisfaction, variety, and financial reward. It is a career that offers entry-level opportunities for individuals interested in the dentistry field. Our course covers everything you need to prepare for an entry-level career in dental assisting.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- List the core elements of the dental profession
- Define oral anatomy and physiology
- Recognize the steps for prevention of dental diseases
- Recall strategies for infection prevention in the dental office
- Identify the steps for completing dental assisting procedures
Dental Assistant Module 1
The Profession
- History of Dentistry
- Members of the Dental Health Care Team
- Overview of the Dental Office
- Ethics and Law
- Legal Aspects of Dentistry
- Risk Management
- Patient Records
- Informed Consent
Dental Assistant Module 2
The Sciences
- Directions and Body Planes
- Systems of the Body
- Structures of the Head and Neck
- Blood Supply to the Face and Mouth
- Lymph Nodes
- Structure of the Face and Oral Cavity
- Anatomic Parts of the Tooth
- Types of Teeth
- Tissues of the Tooth
- Tooth Surfaces
- Dentition
- Numbering Systems
Dental Assistant Module 3
Disease Transmission and Infection Control
- Pathogens
- Bacteria
- Chain of Infection
- Viral and Bacterial Diseases
- Handwashing and Hand Care
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Medical Waste Management
- OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard
Dental Assistant Module 4
Disinfection and Processing
- Surface Barriers
- Precleaning and Disinfection
- Classification of Instruments, Equipment, and Surfaces
- Aseptic Techniques
- Sterilization
- Precleaning and Packaging Instruments
Dental Assistant Module 5
Dental Patient
- Patient Record
- Vital Signs
- Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
- Legal Responsibilities
- Emergency Preparedness
- Patient Assessment
- Emergency Responses
Dental Assistant Module 6
Foundation of Clinical Dentistry
- Delivering Dental Care
- Standard Procedure Routine
- Instrument Transfer
- Hand Instruments
- Rotary Instruments
- Dental Burs
- Abrasive Rotary Accessories
Dental Assistant Module 7
Dental Examination and Pain Management
- Oral Examination
- Soft Tissue Examination
- Recording Dental Treatment
- Moisture Control
- Mouth Rinsing
- Oral Evacuation
- Isolation Techniques
- Dental Dam
- Topical and Local Anesthesia
- Vasoconstrictors
- Pain and Anxiety Control Methods
Dental Assistant Module 8
Dental Imaging
- Radiation Physics
- X-Ray Beams
- Types of Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Radiation Hazards and Protection
- Patient Protection
- Dental X-Ray Machine
- Oral Radiography
- Dental Films
- Processing Solutions
Dental Assistant Module 9
Dental Materials
- Characteristics of Dental Materials
- Amalgam
- Cavity Liners and Sealers
- Dental Bases, Etching, and Bonding
- Dental Cements
- Impression Materials and Laboratory Procedures
- Bite Registration
- Diagnostic Casts
Dental Assistant Module 10
Preventive Dentistry
- Process of Dental Disease
- Home Care Techniques
- Fluoride
- Coronal Polishing
- Selective Polishing
- Dental Stains
- Pit and Fissure Sealants
Dental Assistant Module 11
Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics
- Restoration Process
- Permanent Restoration
- Matrix Systems
- Complex Restorations
- Veneers
- Vital Bleaching
- Digital Technology in Prosthodontics
- Fixed Prosthodontics
- Partial and Full Dentures
- Dental Implants
Dental Assistant Module 12
Periodontics and Endodontics
- Periodontal Diseases
- Periodontal Examination
- Ultrasonic Scaler
- Scale, Root Planing, and Gingival Curettage
- Periodontal Surgery
- Endodontic Diagnosis
- Instruments in Endodontics
- Pulp Therapy
- Surgical Endodontics
Dental Assistant Module 13
Oral Surgery and Orthodontics
- Surgical Environment
- Oral Surgery Instruments
- Surgical Asepsis
- Surgical Procedures
- Suture Placement
- Dry Socket
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Orthodontic Treatment
- Fixed Orthodontic Appliances
Dental Assistant Module 14
The Job Search
- Personal and Professional Goals
- Career Opportunities
- Marketing Your Skills
- Job Search on the Internet
- Seeking Employment
- Interview
- Salary Negotiations
- Job Termination
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Ed4Career is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!
Upon successful completion of our Dental Assistant course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position as a Dental Assistant and will be prepared, in part, to sit for certification exams with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
**Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player