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Dental Assistant Department

The Dental assistant is a trained healthcare professional who works closely with dentists to provide patient care, support dental procedures, and help manage the daily operations of a dental office. They perform a wide range of tasks that can be both clinical and administrative.

On the clinical side, dental assistants may:

Prepare patients for treatment

Sterilize and set up instruments

Hand tools to the dentist during procedures

Take dental X-rays

Assist with impressions and lab work

Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care

Administratively, they often:

Schedule appointments

Maintain patient records

Handle billing and insurance paperwork

Dental assistants play a crucial role in ensuring that dental practices run smoothly and that patients receive efficient, comfortable, and safe care. They must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient health and safety.