Dental Assisting

Program Information Sheet

Description

  • Learn to be an assistant to a general dentist or a dental specialist 
  • Learn instruments & dental materials 
  • Fabricate dental models, bleaching trays, mouth guards, etc.

Work-Based Learning Opportunity - Advanced Placement

Program Instructor - Mrs. Abigail Hartman

MVCTC Dental Assisting Alumnus Alina Brown

Contact Instructor

Curriculum Plan Career Tech courses you will be taking along with college credits and certifications available.

Suggested Skills For Success

Certifications Opportunity to earn the following certifications in this program.

  • Ohio Dental Radiology License
    • Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Approved Industry-Recognized Credential Opportunity.
  • AMT Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
  • CPR First Aid
    • Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Approved Industry-Recognized Credential Opportunity.

College Connections

Ohio Means Jobs Related Occupations Search

  • Occupation
    Dental Assistants
    Description
    Assist dentist, set up equipment, prepare patient for treatment, and keep records.
    Average Annual Salary
    $40,390
    Education
    Postsecondary non-degree award
    • InDemand
    • Bright Outlook
    • Apprenticeships
  • Occupation
    Dental Hygienists
    Description
    Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.
    Average Annual Salary
    $69,360
    Education
    Associate's Degree
    • Bright Outlook
  • Occupation
    Dentists
    Description
    Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
    Average Annual Salary
    $182,060
    Education
    Doctoral
    • InDemand

Testimonials

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"MVCTC helped me be successful by allowing me to obtain my radiology license and learn all the proper skills to become the best assistant for a dentist. The school also helped me connect with local dentists and practices that gave me great advice for working in the dental field. MVCTC has also helped me by giving me the confidence to work in my career!"

Jalynn Brown
Huber Heights
Full-time student at Campbellsville University in Kentucky. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree in biology and will continue her education to become a dentist.