Dental Assistant

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• Perform inter-oral procedures as directed by the Dentist.
• Take preliminary impressions for study models, remove sutures, place and remove rubber dams, perio-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.
• Operate dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs.
• Chart examination and treatment information as relayed by dentist to patient records.
• Prepare and arrange all instruments and materials needed for each treatment.
• Relay dentist's instructions to patient for post-treatment care.
• Maintain dental equipment in a clean and operative condition.
• Obtain and record related medical history of patient, and route patient for medical tests and services when required.