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Dental Assistant Requirements in West Virginia

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in West Virginia to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice.

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Dental Assistant requirements for Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming

Dentistry Gone Digital

One of the greatest challenges for current dental assistants is the portability of their profession across state lines. With over fifty designations of dental assistants nationwide, no two designations are alike, nor are the requirements for becoming a dental assistant. Three levels of Dental Assistants.

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Study shows 2% of asymptomatic pediatric dental patients test positive for COVID-19

Dental News and Technology

University of Illinois at Chicago Research News A study by a University of Illinois Chicago pediatric dentist has shown a novel way to track potential COVID-19 cases -- testing children who visit the dentist. Prior to the study, children receiving dental procedures were not required to undergo PCR tests.

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ADA Leadership Engages in Brutally Direct Discussion of the Insurance Industry

Dentistry Today

Reasonable promptness of dental care is delivered. Medical (dental) assistance shall not be less in amount, duration, or scope, than any other individual served. Discrimination by diagnosis is not allowed. Obviously, most states (all?),

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Celebrating a Century of Excellence: The Greater New York Dental Meeting

Dentistry Today

dental industry leader in international trade and commerce. In 2023, the GNYDM registered a record-breaking 36,081 attendees, including 13,302 dentists, 2,793 dental students and residents, 2,027 dental assistants, and 2,320 dental hygienists from 139 countries. Today, we remain the U.S.

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Dental Care Alliance Welcomes Gentle Dental World of New York

Dentistry Today

Gentle Dental World offers a full range of General and Cosmetic dentistry services including family and pediatric dentistry, laser dentistry, dental implants, tooth extractions, root canals, crowns, periodontics, porcelain veneers, laser teeth whitening, emergency dental care, and Invisalign.

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Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant

Princess Dental Staffing

Wondering what a dental assistant does on a daily basis? . We’ve broken down a day in the life of a dental assistant to help you understand what it takes to be a dental assistant. As a dental assistant, your day may start with a morning meeting. . The Morning Meeting. Patient Prep. End of Day.