What Should I Major in to Become an Dental Assistant?
These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).
Required Education
Post-Secondary Certificate usually needed for this career
*A job as an Orthodontist Assistant falls under the broader career category of Dental Assistants. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Dental Assistants :
Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.
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These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).