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ROLE OF THE DENTAL ASSISTANT
The Dental Assistant has responsibilities in the two areas that
comprise a dental practice
TO THE PATIENT AND TO THE DOCTOR
TO THE PATIENT
- greet the patient
- escort patient to treatment area
- seat the patient (proper dental chair adjustment)
- comfort the patient with conversation
- drape the patient
- describe the procedures to be performed
- emphasize the benefits of the procedure(s) to the patient
- elaborate on the Dentist's expertise to perform the
procedures
- at conclusion of treatment, readjust chair, dismiss patient
TO THE DOCTOR
- charting (record patient's oral condition during dental
examination)
- x-rays (take, develop and mount)
- assist dentist in performing procedures on patient
- prepare appropriate materials for procedures to be performed
- sterilize instruments
- set up instrument trays
- prepare treatment rooms in compliance with infection control
standards
- inventory dental supplies
Prospective Students: For additional information about DATS training and the school nearest you, send an Email or call us at (305) 538-2332.
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