Clerical dentist assistant vs dental assistant teacher

Differences between clerical dentist assistant and dental assistant teacher duties and responsibilities

Clerical dentist assistant example responsibilities.

• Help dentist to manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.
• Enter and chart patient information using Dentrix.
• Assist Dr. during surgery with tray setups, composites, crown and bridges, partials and dentures.
• Assist with composite/amalgam restoration, crown & bridge preps/seats, endo, extractions, implants, and general anesthesia.
• Communicate with patients and insurance companies to schedule appointments and verify benefits and eligibility.
• Prepare patients for examination, and properly arrange examining rooms with the necessary equipment for procedures.
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Dental assistant teacher example responsibilities.

• Help dentist to manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply.
• Work with patients by assisting dentists and supporting hygiene students in restoration procedures along with several other dental procedures.
• Provide direct customer service daily; greet and prepare patients for dental examinations, build charts, and document preliminary information.
• Assist in oral surgery under local and twilight anesthesia in a private practice setting.Primary IV starter and administer anesthetics on command.
• Obtain impressions for partial and permanent dentures.
• Enter clinical notes, demographics, and insurance information utilizing Dentrix software.