The Importance of Organization as a Dental Assistant
Another extremely important quality for a dental assistant to develop is organization. The dental office can be very fast paced environment, so in order to successful, you have to learn the routine and learn to thrive within it. An Clean and Organized Operatory In order to adhere to regulations and also to provide a visually pleasing setting for patients, it is vital that a dental assistant maintain an operatory that is sterile and free of clutter. That means having a routine
The Importance of Communication as a Dental Assistant
There are so many important traits that an effective dental assistant needs to have. One of the most important of these is the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and in such a way that makes both your patients and your coworkers happy for you to show up to work each day. Being a dental assistant requires that you communicate effectively with patients, hygienists, dentists, and office staff. Communication with Patients As a dental assistant, perhaps the most importan
February – National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM)
Every February, there is an effort on the part of thousands of dental and healthcare professionals to promote and educate about the importance of dental health for children. Since one of a dental assistant’s many roles is to educate patients, we want you to get on board and help us out. This year’s campaign slogan, “Choose Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile,” is aimed at an effort to raise awareness about the necessity of drinking water for oral health. Depending on where you wo
Finding a Job as a Dental Assistant - Part 3
So far we've taken a look a some very important steps that you can take in order to get your foot in the door as a dental assistant. If you missed Part 1 or Part 2, make sure to take a few minutes to get up to date. Today we need to talk about what to do once you have made it that far, the all-important job interview. Interview Techniques When you show up to an interview, it's your time to shine. It's time to show your potential employer that you are the right candidate for t
Finding a Job as a Dental Assistant - Part 2
Last time we talked about the importance of a professional resumé, thinking professionally about your social media, and honing your phone skills. Today let's talk about another important thing to think about as you are searching for a job as a dental assistant (or just about any job for that matter). Personal Appearance Let's admit it. We would like to think that the clothes that we wear don't matter and that we would all be judged solely on our knowledge, experience, and wha
Finding a Job as a Dental Assistant - Part 1
Some helpful hints on finding a job as a dental assistant. Don't get buried in the stack of resumés, rise to the top.
