Certificate III in Dental Assisting

In this dental course, the areas you will cover you may study include:

• Dental Terminology: Understanding the specific terms and language used in the dental field.  
• Patient Care: How to provide comfort, support, and assistance to patients before, during, and after dental procedures.  
• Infection Control: Knowledge and practical skills to maintain high standards of infection control in a dental setting.  
• Chair-side Assistance: How to effectively assist dentists during various dental procedures, including preparation and organization of dental instruments and materials.  
• Oral Health Education: Techniques for educating patients about maintaining good oral health and preventing dental diseases.  
• Dental Radiography: Basic principles and safety protocols of dental radiography, and how to assist in taking dental X-rays.  
• Dental Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding of the structure, functions, and conditions of teeth, mouth, and jaw.  
• Dental Office Administration: Skills to manage administrative tasks in a dental practice, including scheduling, record-keeping, and communication.  
• Equipment Maintenance: How to maintain, clean, and sterilize dental equipment.  
• Dental Procedures: An overview of common dental procedures, their purpose, and how to assist in their execution.  
• First Aid: Providing immediate care in emergency situations, including CPR.  
• Professional Ethics: Understanding the ethical and legal responsibilities in a dental practice.  

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