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Interested in Being a Dental Assistant? Discover the History of Toothpaste
Toothpaste is an everyday product, used daily by people from around the world in an effort to maintain their dental hygiene. There are countless varieties to choose from—toothpaste meant to whiten teeth, protect enamel, treat gum disease, and the list goes on. But toothpaste wasn’t always this accessible, or even pleasant, to use. In fact, early forms of toothpaste were harsh and rudimentary. If you’re considering a career in this field, then you might want
Interested in Being a Dental Assistant? Find Out if Good Teeth Are Nature or Nurture
You might have heard it before—someone blaming their frequent cavities on “bad genes” or complaining that their teeth aren’t as white as they’d like because white teeth don’t “run in the family.” Have you ever stopped to wonder how true those statements might be? If you’re considering a career as a dental assistant, you’ll probably be advising clients on how to care for their teeth at home or how to prevent cavities and potential problems
An Introduction to Senior Dental Care for Those in a Dental Assisting Program
Dental care matters at any age. However, for seniors there are a few additional considerations to keep in mind. Dental assistants often advise clients on how to take proper care of their teeth, and it’s important to know what additional advice is necessary for older clients to ensure that they’re maintaining good dental hygiene practices. Seniors may need to implement additional steps to their routine to work against years of natural wear and tear and
A Quick Intro to Oral Anatomy for Those Interested in Dental Assistant Training
Oral anatomy refers to the structure, function, identity, and developmental processes which work to constitute human teeth. Oral anatomy is all about how to classify the teeth, the processes by which they form and change, and how they relate to the other teeth in the mouth. Any work in the field requires knowledge of oral anatomy, and for a dental assistant, this is no different. The scope of a dental assistant’s work might involve the
3 Ways Dental Assistants Can Encourage Tooth and Gum Health in Children
Interested in working towards dental assistant career opportunities? Here’s what you should know about encouraging children to practice good oral healthcare.
Tips for Reopening During a Crisis Like COVID-19 When You Become a Dental Hygienist
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised questions for businesses as far as how to safely reopen, and this is especially the case for healthcare and dentistry. While the curve is flattening in Canada, there is still no vaccine and the novel coronavirus remains at large, so any plan for reopening a dental practice will need to be a carefully thought-out one with the safety of all parties involved being the utmost priority. Regardless of which phase
What Dental Hygienists Should Know About COVID-19 Infection Control Protocols
COVID-19 has shaken the healthcare industry. In some cases, it has made it difficult for professionals to access much-needed personal protective equipment (PPE). For others, it has made it more difficult to provide care and schedule appointments with clients. Dental professionals have been forced to adapt their ways of working to prevent the spread of the virus. All routine procedures have been postponed or moved to a virtual format, and many dental practices are only
What Could the Future of Dentistry Look Like for Intra-Oral Dental Assistants Post COVID-19?
As businesses begin to slowly reopen across Canada, aspiring dental assistants are wondering what their future workplace will look like in a post-pandemic world. On the one hand, dental assistants help to provide the care necessary for maintaining healthy oral hygiene—but on the other hand, dental assistants do come in close contact with patients. So what does all this mean for the future of dental care? Read on to learn what dental offices could look
Dental Health During Quarantine: 5 Tips from Dental Assistants
Across Canada, dental check-ups have been postponed due to COVID-19, with many dental offices only performing emergency procedures until it is safe to resume business as usual. Those interested in a dental assisting career understand how important it is to regularly have your teeth properly checked and cleaned by professionals. Fortunately, there are plenty of steps that people can take to take care of their teeth and gums under quarantine. Read on to discover a
Helpful Tools for Employees and Students working from Home
The world as we knew it has taken a “back seat” to the COVID-19 outbreak. ” Social distancing” is the new normal as is, in most cases these days, working from home. With all the distractions – children, the television etc., working from home, although convenient and very necessary at this time, definitely presents some challenges for employees and students alike. Below are some helpful hints from Joshua Zerkel at Asana to help maintain your composure and
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