Dental Assisting is a respected career, and being a vital contributor to the dental team offers camaraderie and esteem, and dental assistants are key members of the professional dental team.

The responsibility of being a clinical dental assistant and building trusted, one-on-one relationships with patients is something that many find gratifying.

Patients in the dental office consider the Dental Assistant to be a trusted member of the dental team.  As an ADASA graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to be able to build this trust, which is critical to making patients feel comfortable and confident in choosing the treatment they need.  You will be able to take pride in the positive impact you have on each and every patient’s knowledge, understanding, motivation, and maintenance of his or her own dental health.

After you gain some experience as a Dental Assistant, you may also decide to pursue another position within the profession, for example:

• Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary
• Patient Treatment Coordinator
• Hygienist
• Office Manager
• Dentist

The position can offer a number of unique benefits, including flexibility in seeking both full and part-time employment. Experienced dental assistants are needed in virtually every community, and your skills will be in demand.

A number of ADASA faculty members can speak to the opportunities available from personal experience, and will be able to help you determine your long-term career path!