Tag: Dental Assistant
What to Expect as an Extern: Dental Assistant
January 31, 2019
The thought of starting an externship can be intimidating. As students near the end of their program, they begin celebrating their release into the world of healthcare. But they soon realize …
Smile 400 Times A Day And Gain A Superpower
March 8, 2018
Have you been stressed out lately? Smile. No, I'm not being cruel by telling you to smile when you're feeling overwhelmed by life, smiling can actually help you reduce cortisol, adrenaline, …
Fun and Interesting Facts About Dentistry
March 5, 2018
From the desk of Lindsey Viel, Dental Assistant Instructor: Have you ever just sat and wondered," Hmmm...I wish I knew more interesting and fun facts about dentistry." Okay, well here you …
Tips to Help You Fight Cavities and Periodontal Disease
January 24, 2018
From the desk of Jennifer Fuentes, Dental Assistant Instructor: Having a beautiful healthy smile doesn’t have to be hard. There are a lot of habits that you can develop to help …
All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth
December 11, 2017
From the desk of Janet Coon, Dental Assistant Department Head: As the holidays approach and I sit pondering a dental topic of interest for December, I couldn't help but start to …
Famous Americans That Were Also Dentists
October 31, 2017
From the desk of Janet Coon, Dental Assistant Department Head: While we are celebrating October as National Dental Hygiene month, I wanted to reflect on a few Americans that were a …
Enjoy Summer Sports While Avoiding Dental Injuries
May 3, 2017
From the desk of Janet Coon, Dental Assistant Department Head: The sun is shining and the days are getting warmer. School will be out soon and participating in a sport will …
Let Them Know They Are Appreciated!
March 6, 2017
From the desk of our Dental Assisting Department: Contributing to quality dental care, today's dental assistants are role models of professional development. Strengthening the entire dental team, they enhance patient satisfaction …
Celebrate Children’s Dental Health
February 17, 2017
From the desk of our Dental Assisting Department: February is National Children's Dental Health month. Please join us in making sure that all children are given the change to learn, practice …
What You Should Know as a Dental Assistant: A Day in the Life
January 27, 2017
From the desk of our Dental Assisting Department: Some may wonder what we as Dental Assistants do all day or what we are required to do. Here is what we do …