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Dental assistants help dentists provide dental care. They often
work in teams with dental hygienists and laboratory technicians.
They may work in health clinics, dental schools, nursing homes, and the
military, but usually they work for dentists in private practice.
Dental assistant duties include:
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| Average Salary: $14,000 - $25,000 | |
| Educational Requirements: | |
| Dental assistants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
They must receive additional training at a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn their skills. Length of programs varies between six months and one year. To become certified, dental assistants must pass an examination from the Dental Assisting National Board. |
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| For More Information: | |
| American Dental Assistants
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919 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3400 Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 541-1550 adaa1@aol.com |
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