CO2 lasers make dentistry pain-free
Dentistry has seen a significant evolution over the past few decades, especially in regard to making procedures less painful. Although a significant percentage of the population still experiences dental phobia, advancements in computer machinery have made many of the most dreaded procedures essentially painless. Such developments include the intra-oral computer camera, digital X-ray imaging and […]
Americans cite anxiety as reason for not going to the dentist
A new survey conducted by Public Policy Polling suggests that the average American voter favors getting a root canal over supporting Congress.1 While the survey found that people had a higher opinion of many things over Congress, including cockroaches, Donald Trump and NFL replacement refs, root canals were a surprise for many in the dental community, […]
New research offers insight into early childhood tooth decay
Early childhood caries is a painful form of tooth decay that plagues young children. If severe enough, ECC can require a surgical procedure to rectify. As such, it is important for parents of young children to take the necessary cautionary steps to prevent the development of this harmful condition. Use what you have learned in […]
Dentist ranked No.1 on Best Health Care Jobs list
Factors such as the aging baby boomer population and the increase in the number of people with chronic diseases like diabetes and obesity are driving up demand for health care professionals across all medical industries. One medical profession that is seeing major growth is dentistry. The need for dentists, dental assistants and hygienists is increasing […]
Tips for Pediatric Dental Assistants
The need for dental assistants in the U.S. is expected to grow faster than average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That growth rate is predicted to be approximately 25 percent between 2012 and 2022.1 One branch of dentistry that is an option for students to explore is pediatric dental care. Assistants for pediatric […]
Learning from and avoiding budgeting mistakes
Budgeting is important in any stage of life, but for college students it takes on added meaning. Most college students, or anyone who is at the stage in life where they are considering pursuing something like a medical assistant degree or getting dental assistant training, are short on cash, so utilizing proper budgeting techniques is […]
Volunteer programs offer dental assistants chance to help their communities
Becoming a certified dental assistant can be about more than finding a great career, it also provides an opportunity to give back to your community through programs that offer free or reduced price services to veterans, low-income residents and children. All across the country, partnerships between local governments, non-profit organizations and dental clinics are bringing […]
5 Time-saving tips for dental assistants
When you have a dental assistant career, no two days are alike. You’re responsible for a variety of duties – everything from patient care to record keeping and sterilizing instruments.1 Dental assistants have an integral role to play in making sure that the office runs smoothly, and that sometimes means there doesn’t seem to be enough […]
How to be a team player in a dental office
If you are considering a dental assistant career, it’s important to note that in addition to using the skills you learned during dental assistant school, you will need to be a team player when you begin working in an office. Dentists rely upon a strong team of professionals to help everything in their offices run smoothly.1 […]
Oklahoma dental assistants may need permits
While it’s true that dental assistants report to the dentists in whose offices they work, recent revelations in Oklahoma about the use of unsanitary equipment may soon lead to the Sooner State requiring all dental assistants to have permits.1 The office of Dr. W. Scott Harrington was found to have poor infection-control procedures and to […]
Pediatric dental coverage to be expanded in California
Covered California, the state’s marketplace for the Affordable Care Act, recently announced that seven insurers have signed up to offer small-group, child-only dental coverage as part of the health insurance marketplace.1 While the new plans are currently set for only the first year of the Affordable Care Act’s existence (2014), negotiations are underway to extend […]
Dental Clinics Provide Students Practical Experience with Kids
Halloween was just a couple of weeks ago and many of us still have some leftover candy sitting around. According to the Halloween Fun Facts infographic by the American Dental Association, for children, the largest amount of candy consumed is on or following Halloween.1 Since a balanced diet is connected to overall oral health, it’s […]