Lecture on Dental Assistant Program at Great Lakes

Overview

• Dental assistants perform clinical and administrative tasks in dental offices.
• Work under the supervision of dentists.

Curriculum at Great Lakes

Initial Learning

• Dental Terminology & Anatomy

  • Understanding of dental-specific language.
  • Anatomy of the head and neck.

• Team Positioning & Instrumentation

  • Learn team positioning techniques.
  • Identification and usage of dental instruments.

• Anesthesia & Pain Control

  • Methods of anesthesia.
  • Pain management techniques.

Practical Skills

• Chairside Skills

  • Digital charting.
  • Billing and coding procedures.

• Radiography

  • Dental radiography techniques.
  • Use of handheld radiographic technology for x-ray production.

• Restorative Dental Care

  • Assisting in crown and bridge restoration.
  • Cementation of cast restorations.

Specialized Fields

• Dental Specialties

  • Orthodontics, Oral surgery, Pediatrics, Endodontics, and Periodontics.

• Dental Office Procedures

  • Financial management of a dental practice.
  • Insurance procedures and claim submission.

Externship

• On-the-job training in a dental practice or clinical environment.
• Evaluation based on hands-on abilities, professional behavior, and knowledge.

Career Development

• Opportunity to earn various certifications.
• Career growth through field experience or additional training.
  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Contact Information

• Call 864 66 to learn more about the dental assistant program and schedule a tour.