Dental Assisting: Web Resources

The American Dental Assistants Association is the oldest, largest group representing professional dental assistants. Its members include clinical personnel, those working chairside with the dentist, as well as those on the administrative side: the receptionist, office manager, practice manager and those working behind the scenes in dental product sales, insurance and, of course, educators.

Image of a set of teeth with each labeled.

DANB exams and certifications give you the opportunity to advance in your career; maintaining certification helps you stay current on new technologies and issues in the dental assisting profession.

Warning signs, risk factors and the exam with photos by The National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research.

Learn about drugs, supplements and herbs including dosage, side effects and interactions from MedlinePlus Drugs, Supplements and Herbal Information.

Covers many dental topics from Burning Mouth Syndrome to Tooth Decay.

Information on dentistry, orthodontics, pediatric, and specialty dental care treatments and procedures.

OSHA covers hazards from bloodborne pathogens, pharmaceuticals & other chemical agents, human factors, ergonomic hazards, noise, vibration, and workplace violence.

The Center for Disease Control Division of Oral Health website covers topics from amalgam to fluoride to sealants.

Causes, warning signs, treatment... and Perio News from the American Academy of Periodontology.

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