Several myths and misconceptions are circulating out there in regards to dental hygiene. While this is true for pretty much everything, when it comes to your oral health, it's best to separate fact from fiction so that you don't regret it down the line. To that...
Missing teeth can affect not only your smile and self-confidence but also your overall oral health. Tooth loss will sometimes lead to further problems such as misalignment of other teeth as well as the deterioration of the entire jawbone. Luckily, however, with more recent developments in...
When we think about the profession of dentistry, we generally think of our dentist's office where we regularly (hopefully) go for a checkup, teeth cleanings, cavity fillings, and other such procedures. In reality, this profession expands much further than the local office around the corner, and...
Radiation biology, or more commonly known as radiobiology, is a field of clinical and basic medical sciences that studies the action of ionizing radiation on living things. Radiobiology is particularly interested in the health effects of radiation. Generally, ionizing radiation is harmful, or even lethal,...
There are several types of dental specialists and professions available. Among them, we have general dentists, orthodontists, endodontists, periodontists, oral surgeons, and the list can go on. One of the most popular of these professions is the dental assistant. Most that opt for this role...
When on the topic of dental assistants, we have to realize that there is more than one type. Depending on their qualifications, dental assistants can classify as front office or back office. Front office dental assistants have a more administrative role, greeting patients, scheduling appointments,...
Based on a review conducted by the Office of Professional Examination Services (OPES) of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) on the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) practical examination, the Dental Board of California decided to suspend the test. The reasoning was that the RDA practical...
Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and thought "Are my teeth longer?" While it does sound like something from a sci-fi movie, it is actually possible. It doesn't mean that your teeth are growing. However, it can mean that your gums are...
When talking about dental assistants, it's important to remember that there are several types, each with its own duties and responsibilities. On the one hand, there are Hygiene, Clinical Dental, Endodontic, Orthodontist, and Expanded Duties Dental Assistants, while on the other hand, we have Office...
Specific laws and regulations exist that clearly and explicitly define the duties that a Dental Assistant (DA) is allowed to perform. As mentioned within these specifications, there is also the level of dentist supervision required, as well as the setting where these duties can complete. Do...