On Oct. 31, it’s not uncommon for dental assistants to show their Halloween spirit by wearing costumes at work. In the past, you’ve shared your photos from fun ...
For dental assistants, the word “just” can be a four-letter word that downplays their role on the dental team. “A lot of us in the dental assisting profession h...
If you’ve ever started a new dental assistant job, you likely remember the feeling that comes with reporting for work on that very first day. Excitement! Antici...
For dental assistants, being busy is often just a way of office life.
It’s your responsibility to ensure that the schedule is well-managed, the supply room i...
Keeping patients safe is the No. 1 priority for the entire dental team, including dental assistants — particularly, through ensuring infection control complianc...
Consider this job-search scenario: You’re feeling ready to either enter the workforce as a dental assistant or pursue a dental assistant job at a new practice. ...
Dental assistants love what they do. They often go above and beyond for their dentists, co-workers and patients. But there are specific parts of the job that pa...
Most dental assistants are content to work their entire career in private practices. But for those assistants who want to travel off the beaten path, ...
Dental assisting can sometimes be a family affair. Many dental assistants work for their spouses or parents who are dentists. Some work with fellow de...
The most successful dental assistants have plotted the trajectories of their careers carefully. From improving their clinical skills to networking wit...
