Dental assistants provide support functions for dentists including assisting with dental procedures, lab work and office functions.

Becoming a dental assistant offers one of the fastest educational paths to entering the rapidly expanding healthcare field.

Several educational paths exist to become a dental assistant. Most dental assistants learn on the job, however more and more dentists hire assistants with formal training.  The American Dental Association accredits one and two year dental assistant programs leading to certificates or associate's degrees. 

For a flexible schedule, great pay and tremendous job prospects, a career in dental hygiene is a great choice for many students.

To work as a dental hygienist, a State license is required.  Licensure is contingent upon graduation from an accredited dental hygiene school.  A variety of certificates and degrees are available in dental hygiene.

Dental hygienists typically work in private dentists offices performing a variety of dental procedures like cleaning teeth, educating patients on oral hygiene, and preventative dental care.

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