a dentist and dental assistant performing work on a female patient

While enrolled in a hands-on dental assisting program, you’re learning about the ins and outs of your future role in dentistry. This likely includes studying the terminology, understanding how to effectively clean and sterilize dental instruments and equipment, and honing your skills to ensure patients feel comfortable, safe, and at ease while talking to you. Amid all the studying and hands-on practice, it’s always nice to hear from someone with real-world experience. As you continue your pursuit to become a dental assistant, spend a few minutes taking a closer look into what a professional DA experiences day-in and day-out.

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an instructor showing an aspiring dental assistant a mouth mold and how to treat a particular oral problem

No matter what you’re going to school for, it’s important that you ask questions along the way. You’re learning, so whether it’s determining why something is important or inquiring about how well you are doing while performing a hands-on task, you need to know, so you can make any adjustments as you progress in your studies. This is especially true for aspiring dental assistants. Your role in a dentist’s office is crucial, so by making sure you ask the appropriate questions while undergoing dental assistant training, you can feel more confident when preparing to enter the real world. Below you will 4 questions that are worth asking your instructors the next time you head to class.

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