What experience do you need to be a dental assistant?

Answer 1

1. The first requirement for becoming dental hygienist is your age. You must be at least 18 and possess a high school diploma or GED.
2. The successful completion of Biology, chemistry and math exams is most required. You have to concentrate on these subjects and do your best. In general, you need to have at least "C" average on college entrance exams.
3. For becoming a dental hygienist you'll need to have at least one year of college education completed. This requirement depends on state and dental hygienist educational program you select. By the way, pay attention to your scores. They should be satisfactory on the average.
4. Next education requirement has to do with the educational program itself. Become a dental hygienist requires a successful completion of dental hygienist educational program. To begin practicing you'll need to obtain a certificate or an associate's degree in dental hygiene. These dental hygienist programs are offered by technical and community colleges. As a rule, the educational program will take you 2 years.
5. During your education you'll have to complete a clinical practice. Usually, dental hygienist students undergo their practice at the dentist's offices. As part of your practice you'll be watching experienced dental hygienist performing him/her work. As you gain more practice, you'll be asked to assist. These hours are called "clinicals" and they will give you a priceless experience for your future work. Clinical practice is a vital part on the way to becoming a dental hygienist.

Answer 2

We would suggest that you contact the following via an internet search, this will help to describe qualifications, the role of a hygienist and the legalities and ethics.

• British Society Of Dental Hygiene and Therapy
• The General Dental Council

If you would like general dental advice please follow the link for the British Dental Health Foundation

Answer 3

It varies by state, but I know in Oregon you must be certified, so take a full 2 year course, but in Washington you just need to be registered, which doesn't involve the test to become certified or the x-ray certification.

Answer 4

Most dental hygiene programs require a high school diploma or equivalency. Some programs also require a college entrance exam like the SAT or ACT.

If you're still in high school you'll want take anatomy and other science classes to prepare for a dental hygiene training. If you've already graduated all you need is your diploma.

contact oxnard college in California this program is tough you need tons of math and science must have high school finished as well it takes 4 years contact them

Answer 5

One must have completed a high school program with a diploma or a GED certificate. To become a dental hygenist takes 2 years for either the certificate or the associates degree. It would be better to attend an Associates program if one has to serve two years of educational service might as well get a degree for your time, effort, and money.

Answer 6

Dental School.