Dental Assistant  

Duties and responsibilities: Their duties include preparing patients for treatments and teeth cleaning, plus sterilizing instruments. They often assist dentists during procedures by using suction equipment to clear patient’s mouth.Ensure that patients are comfortable in the dental chair

• Prepare patients and the work area for treatments and procedures
• Sterilize dental instruments
• Help dentists by handing them instruments during procedures
• Keep patients’ mouths dry by using suction hoses and other equipment
• Instruct patients in proper oral hygiene
• Process x rays and complete lab tasks, under the direction of a dentist
• Keep records of dental treatments
• Schedule patient appointments
• Work with patients on billing and payment

Salary: dental assistants ranges from about $24,580 to $49,540.

Education:  dental assistants to graduate from an accredited program and pass an exam. Most programs are offered by community colleges, although they also may be offered by vocational or technical schools.

Demand for this profession:1 year to complete and lead to a certificate or diploma.High school students interested in a career as a dental assistant should take courses in biology, chemistry, and anatomy.

Reflection: This profession takes a lot of work. I wouldn’t mind being a dental assistant. It seems interesting and i don’t think you would get bored of it.