The professional Dental Assistant Flashcards
Why should show Professionalism?
- to show patience and compassion toward all patients
- in everything an assistant does in and out of the dental office
- when communicating with other dental team members
The team in Teamwork means?
Together everyone accomplishes more
What are the characteristics of the Professional Dental Assistant?
- Teamwork
- good attitude
- dedication
- responsibility
- initiative
- good listener
Professional Appearance
- Good health
- Good grooming
- Appropriate dress
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
HIPAA is
- A set of federal privacy laws
- Laws for all healthcare providers to ensure patient privacy
ADAA stands for
American Dental Assistant Association
ADAA represents
the Profession of Dental Assisting
Membership of the ADAA includes.
- A subscription to “The Dental Assistant” for personal and professional growth,
- plus opportunity to attend local, state, and nation meetings.
What does DANB stand for
Dental Assisting National Board
DANB agency is responsible for
Testing dental assistants and issuing the credential of certified dental assistant
CDA requirements
- Graduation from a dental-assisting program accredited by the ABA Commission on dental accreditation\
- High school graduation or equivalent
- minimum of two years full-time work experience`
- Take and pass the national DANB exam
Extended Functions
- Placing dental sealants
- Placing retraction cord
- Taking impressions
- Ultrasonic scaling to remove cement
- Temporary acrylic crown
A Dental Assistant should be a
Good listener
The organization that represents The Dental Assistant Profession
American Dental Assistant Association
