Dental assistants play an important role in dentistry because they prepare exam rooms, sanitize instruments and assist dentists with procedures. When applying for a job as a dental assistant, you ...

One-fifth of dentists stated that hygienist positions had been open for more than six months before being filled, according to the American Dental Association’s “State of the U.S. Dental Economy” ...

A dental assistant sterilizes dental equipment, takes tooth impressions, preps patients for surgery and provides support for dentists, explains Carrington College. Most states require dental ...

Leading network of nearly 1,000 doctor-owned dental practices prioritizes investment in training for dental assistants Partnership will support dental assistants in meeting state radiography ...

To you who are feeling down, thinking, "I asked the same thing again." I can't remember the names of the instruments. The ...

Dental assistants in public health settings play a vital role in caring for those who do not traditionally have access to dental care. Their work serves populations in need, including students, ...

Happy Dental Assistant Recognition Week! Since the late 1800s, the dental assisting profession has been an integral component within our industry. In the early years of dentistry, dental assistants ...

Dental assisting students at UAB recently strengthened their interview skills through a mock interview exercise designed with a dual purpose, preparing future dental assistants to navigate the hiring ...

The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry was one of the first places to experience the benefits of having more eyes and hands taking care of a patient. What once was strictly a solo ...

Mastering tricky dental work takes a steady hand and a lot of practice. That’s why students at Kokomo’s Ross Medical Education Center spend time working on mannequins — practicing suctioning ...