Taking vital signs on every patient visit can be important to the health of your patient. Vital signs include body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate and respiration rate. Additional vital statistics that may be of use to identify a predisposition to a disease or disorder and that assist with proper dosing of medication include weight[…]
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The Types and Functions of Our Teeth: A Dental Assisting Guide
Did you know that the adult human mouth has 32 teeth? And, we have teeth as early as 6 months old. Teeth are different and have different primary functions. Since we are omnivores, eating both meat and plants, we need the ability to cut, tear and grind our food before it enters into the digestive[…]
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Preventative Dentistry: A Dental Assistant’s Guide
One of the jobs of a dental assistant is to help patients develop good dental habits. The dental assistant can be a powerful motivator for patients with poor dental practices. Most patients trust authority figures like dentists and dental assistants, so they can have an influence on patient’s dental habits. For a preventative dental program[…]
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Ready for a Dental Assistant Interview?
Interested in a rewarding career as a dental assistant? Before you get the job, you will have to apply and go through a dental assistant interview. The interview is a great way for both the dentist and the potential dental assistant to learn more about the dentist office and whether they will be happy with[…]
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Dental Hand Instruments: A Dental Assisting Guide
Each dental hand instrument has a defined use in a dental procedure. The dental assistant is responsible for knowing what each dental hand instrument does and which one the dentist will need during a procedure. Most dental hand instruments are used to examine the mouth and teeth, to professionally clean the teeth, to cut the[…]
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Dental Moisture Control: A Dental Assistant’s Guide
It is the dental assistant’s responsibility to maintain mouth suction, moisture control and keep a clean oral environment, when they are assisting with a dental procedure. The dental assistant is responsible for keeping the patient’s mouth free of excess saliva, blood, tooth fragments and other dental materials with the use of suction. Common procedures that[…]
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Dental Assistant Code of Ethics
Sticking to a code of ethics is a great way for dental assistants to show that they care about their patients. Many patients see dental professionals as authorities and as such should present themselves and their decisions in an ethical manner. A dental professional’s code of ethics is not a low but a method of[…]
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12 Qualities of a Good Dental Assistant
Interested in gaining the qualities you need to be a good dental assistant? Becoming a good dental assistant is more than acquiring the knowledge necessary to perform dental assisting duties. A good dental assistant should treat patients with compassion, keep patient confidentiality, be dedicated, show empathy, have interpersonal skills, patience, exude a positive attitude, keep[…]
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Skills of a Successful Hairstylist
Hairstylists need specific skills to become a successful at cutting and styling hair. These skills may be learned while attending vocational school and while on the job. Hairstylists are constantly learning and will want to keep up on the newest trends to be successful What Does a Hairstylist Do? Hairstylists offer a wide range of[…]
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Dental Procedures for Everyday Dental Assisting
Are you thinking about becoming a dental assistant? Want to know more about the dental procedures and tooth charting duties a dental assistant will be responsible for? Some dental procedures are performed by the dental assistant, dentist or dental hygienist. It is important for the dental assistant to be aware of the different preventative and[…]
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