Wondering if you should register for both DA and EDDA training or continue your education after working as a DA? Expanded Duties Dental Assisting (EDDA) enables you to perform additional job duties. This provides you with a positive challenge, while generating a higher salary, and adding more value to your dental practice. What Is…
As a dental patient, it may be difficult to distinguish the differences between your dental assistant and dental hygienist. However, the differences are defining in terms of education, skill, and salary. Some enter the dental field as a dental assistant, with the goal of pursuing a career as a dental hygienist. Beginning as a DA…
Going to the dentist is nerve-wracking for many patients. Learning how to build patient rapport improves patient comfort and builds strong patient relationships. Here are some communication tips that positively resonate with patients. What Is Rapport? Rapport is defined as creating a “harmonious relationship”. What that means as a dental assistant, is positively connecting and…
Before you invest in your education, you might be wondering how high job security is for dental assistants in Colorado. The demand for dental assistants is higher in our state than the national average for most industries. Combined with our rising population, state-wide dental shortages, and organic industry turnover—job prospects are attractive. It’s also a…
One of the defining differences between the American Institute of Dental Assisting and our competitors is our live patient clinic hours.
Congratulations! You’ve decided to pursue a career as a dental assistant. If you’re like most of our students, you’ll need to continue to work while you’re in school. The tips below will help you to maintain balance for the next 13 weeks while you complete your Dental Assistant Program. If you complete your Expanded Duties…
There’s never a dull moment in a dental practice! Days are fast-paced, and there’s always a fun new challenge to tackle. If you’re considering a career as a dental assistant, or are about to graduate from AIDA, you may wonder what to expect in the life of a Dental Assistant. Here’s a general idea of…
One of the many things that make a career as a dental assistant rewarding is participating in community health programs.
When patients are narrowing down their options in dental clinics, they may inquire about your practice’s commitment to sustainability. Think beyond generic eco-friendly office practices,
One of your many roles as a dental assistant is advising your dental practice on the latest advances in dental technology. These technologies can streamline your workflow, make patient care more comfortable, and enable your practice to book more patients per day. Maybe even expand your service range. This includes technologies you utilized at AIDA…