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Dental Assistant
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$48,744 / year median in New York
+26% projected growth
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Office Manager, the dental assistant performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. The dental assistant works chair-side making the patients feel as comfortable as possible, prepare them for treatment, obtain their dental records and instruct patients on post-operative and general oral health care.