Dental Assistant

Dental assistants play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients. They work closely with dentists, primarily assisting them during various treatment procedures. Additionally, dental assistants are skilled in taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) to aid in diagnosis. They also gather important medical history information from patients and monitor their blood pressure and pulse. Infection control is another vital responsibility of dental assistants, as they serve as infection control officers, developing protocols and ensuring the sterilization of instruments and equipment. Moreover, dental assistants excel in creating a comfortable environment for patients, both before, during, and after dental treatments. They provide detailed instructions for oral care following surgeries or other procedures, such as the placement of restorations. General Responsibilities: 1. Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures 2. Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) 3. Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse 4. Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment 5. Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment 6. Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration