Earlier in March, Dental Assistant Recognition Week began to bring attention to the contributions that dental assistants make each day. But, how do you get those dental assistants who are willing to ...

When patients are nervous about dental work, Masumi Elrod does her best to make them comfortable, holding their hands during an injection, playing spa music, offering a blanket and aromatherapy or ...

As the name implies, dental assistants help dentists with patients. That includes providing patient care, taking X-ray images, keeping records, scheduling appointments, sterilizing equipment and more.

Two controversial bills being proposed in Virginia seek to expand who is legally allowed to perform dental cleanings. They’re aimed at addressing a shortage of dental hygienists and helping people get ...

Service members and family members are learning to do medical charting, conduct dental exams, and help with fillings and sealants thanks to a dental assistant training program here. Ten students are ...

Looking for dental work? As in a job in the dental profession? Chances are a dentist near you is looking to hire a well-trained dental assistant. A new pilot in San Diego is working to smooth out ...

According to the American Dental Association, the dental industry is facing a serious workforce shortage. A 2022 survey found nearly 40 percent of dentists are looking to hire dental assistants. Dr.

Dental assistant employment is projected to rise by 11% over the next 20 years, faster than the national average for all occupations. The career of a dental assistant is currently on fire and is ...