If you’ve been working for a while as a dental assistant, you might start to wonder what’s next for your career. It takes time and education to become a Certified or Registered Dental Assistant, but …
Can a Dental Assistant Become a Dentist?
How Do You Tell Someone They Have Bad Breath?
We’ve all been there. We’re having a pleasant chat with a friend or co-worker when suddenly it hits us. The breath. Oh, that breath. When did Godzilla enter the conversation? We take a step back. …
How Much Education Do You Need to Be A Dental Assistant?
Dental assisting can be a rewarding career if you like working with and assisting people in a healthcare environment. There’s plenty of demand for qualified dental assistants, and people will always need help with their …
Is Mask Mouth a Real Thing?
We get it. We’re all tired of wearing masks. We want to breathe free and let the sun caress our cheeks. We want to eat popcorn in a crowded theater. We want to see your …
What’s the Difference Between a Certified Dental Assistant and a Registered Dental Assistant?
If you’re thinking about becoming a dental assistant, you might be confused by the education and training requirements—and that’s okay, because it can be confusing! Every state has different regulations regarding what you’re allowed to …
I Attended CDA in Anaheim and These are the Top Five Things You Need to Know
The California Dental Association just held one of the biggest conferences of the year for dental professionals. It’s one of the most important meetings because it brings together leaders from all across the country who …
What’s the Difference Between Novocaine and Lidocaine?
We are fortunate to live in a time when dentists have easy access to safe and effective local anesthesia. Just try to imagine a root canal without it! In the old days, people used whatever …
How Often Should You Brush Your Teeth?
Brushing your teeth is the most important thing you can do to keep your teeth and gums clean, healthy, and free of cavities and disease—and that makes it one of the most important things you …
Can I Pull My Own Tooth?
When the pain is excruciating enough, people will do almost anything to make it stop—as we all know from watching television. They’ll reveal the location of the hidden treasure. They’ll confess to a crime they …
What Happens If You Don’t Go to the Dentist?
People avoid the dentist for a number of reasons: they’re anxious that they might need treatment and they’re afraid it will hurt; they have a fear of needles, dental drills, probes, gag reflex, or x-rays; …