Career Choices for Dental Hygienists

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Many people who attend a dental hygienist educational program may do so to work in this field, providing hygienist services in a dentist’s office. While that is typical right out of school, there may be alternative methods for working in the field as well. Dental Assistant School at Caris College may prepare you to work in a range of fields, depending on the courses you take and the experiences you take on after your education. What Other Options Are Available to You? You could work as a dental hygienist once you receive proper licensing and certification. This position involves working […]

Careers for Dental Assistants

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Completing your education to become a dental assistant could be a more versatile career path than you realize. Once you complete dental assistant school at Caris College, you may be able to explore a wider range of careers than you anticipated. If you love working with people and want to support the work of other dental professionals, there could be a few career path options available to you. There are various specialties in dental assistants. Though your degree and certification will prepare you to work in many of these areas, you may wish to tailor your education to meet the […]

What is the Difference Between a Dental Assistant and a Dental Hygienist

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Making the decision about which dental career path to take can be challenging. There are several options available, each requiring different levels of education and providing different types of work. A dental assistant typically performs a wide range of administrative and dental care for patients. A dental hygienist, by comparison, is focused on examinations, patient education, and teeth cleaning. Let’s take a closer look at these two paths. What Is a Dental Assistant? A dental assistant is a person trained to perform a variety of tasks. This includes both administrative work as well as dental procedure duties. Some of the […]

Surprising Things About Dental Assisting

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Going to the dentist probably is not your favorite thing to do, but you have to go to maintain your health. Dental Assisting is an important part of healthcare and an important part of the dental office. Also, it is a rewarding career choice!  Dental Assistants provide a friendly face for patients when entering the office. There are many surprising roles, responsibilities, and opportunities that dental assistants have that many people do not know about.  Education Are you interested in the medical field but you do not want to spend years and years in school? Or do you not want […]

Caris College Teams Up With Miles Of Smiles

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What do you do when you pass a mirror? Do you fix your hair and smile? About 10.3% of Southern Indiana residents may not smile at the mirror because they do not have access to dental care. It doesn’t feel good to give yourself a big toothy grin when you don’t like what you see. Furthermore, lack of dental care and poor dental hygiene can lead to more serious health problems and even make it difficult to find employment. Caris College in Jeffersonville, Indiana, has teamed up with Miles of Smiles to help give access to dental care through the […]

Types of Dental Assistant Careers

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When you earn a diploma from the Dental Assistant School at Caris College, you will have the medical knowledge you need to talk the talk with dentists and patients alike. Everyone on both sides of the dental chair will think you are a dream come true because you speak their language and know what they are going through. Just as there are many types of doctors and dentists, there are different job titles and descriptions for dental assistants. Office Manager If you are a take-charge person and have training in dental assistance, your skills are in high demand to run a dental […]