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provide chair-side support to dentists, update patient records, take x-rays, manage sterilization areas and schedule appointments. They require a “non-degree award” or certificate of completion to be eligible for a dental assistant position

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Dental Hygienists

works independently with patients to offer preventive services. They clean and check teeth for signs of dental disease and educate patients on how to keep their teeth healthy. To enter the field, dental hygienists must usually earn an associate’s degree and pass their state’s licensing exam.

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Career Opportunities

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Dental Assistants

General Dentist

A general dentist is the main type of dentist that most of us go to on a regular basis. They take care of check-ups, fillings, and other routine dental services. 

Different Types of Specialty Dentist

Pedodontist

A dentist who treats kids

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orthodontist

A dentist who straightens teeth. 

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oral Surgeon

A dentist and a medical doctor who does surgery in the area of the mouth and face.

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Periodontist

A dentist who specializes in treating problems of the gums and the bones 

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