No, many dental assistants are trained on the job, however, this is not the best approach for individuals planning on entering this field. To obtain higher salaries, and to make yourself more marketable, you should be registered, certified, and have an x-ray license. Typically, community colleges and vocational centers offer dental assisting programs. I would not suggest a private school.
You can find reliable information about gaining your dental assistant license on the medical university websites. Many of the online universities offer dental assistant training programs.
Yes, you need a Dental Hygienists license or a Dental License to "clean" teeth. Most states require at least an Associate in Science Degree in Dental Hygiene.
Some basic requirements for dental assistant jobs are to first obtain certification and a license. You can obtain both of these and any necessary training through schooling.
Sometimes you can find a Dentist who is willing to train on the job. You may earn a license to take x-rays, become a registered dental assistant, certified dental assistant, or assistant with expanded functions through dental trade schools, and local colleges.
No, you should not contact your local dentist for dental assistant lessons. Your local dentist wont experiment with people practicing unlicensed. You will first need a license.
A Dental Assistant for sure!
A dental assistant.
DA or CDA for certified dental assistant
yes
There is no official requirement of a degree to be a dental assistant. There are programs designed to learn the skills needed to be a dental assistant.
Most dental assistant positions do not require any prior experience, as dentists usually provide on-the-job training. All the same, it may help you feel more confident to enroll in a dental assistant program. The Center for Technology site(http://www.go-cte.org/educational/dental_assisting.php) has a list of colleges and affiliates in Vermont, where the dental assistant programs are available.
A dental assistant salary would be the salary the dental assistant is paid. Therefore, it is used to pay the dental assistant for their work in the dental office.