Duval Times

Florida Career College-Jacksonville issued the following announcement.

Have you thought about becoming a dental assistant? If you have the passion to help care for individuals, provide them with dental education, and put a smile on their face, then this in-demand career may be the right choice for you. While this career is rewarding, it is not for everyone, so knowing what to expect and what habits effective dental assistants have can help you better understand if you are cut out for this role.

Becoming a dental assistant through the program here at Florida Career College provides you with the skills and training you need to be successful. So, what are those effective skills we mentioned? We will tell you below.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS ARE PROACTIVE

As a dental assistant, you should never expect to just sit around. The best dental assistants are those that are proactive and moving on to the next patient. By being proactive about your work and your education, you can prepare yourself to deliver the best service to all patients who walk into the dental center you work at.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS KNOW THEIR GOALS AND PLAN FOR THEM

Dental assistants know what their goals are, and they plan for them. For example, are you happy with staying a dental assistant? Or, do you want to continue your education and move into a higher role? Either choice is a good one, but it is crucial that you know what your goals are and then plan for them. For example, if you do want to continue your education, will you continue to work? How will you pay for school? These are just some of the things you need to think about and have a plan in place.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS HAVE A POSITIVE ATTITUDE

A negative outlook can rub off on your patients and cause them to experience anxiety or have a bad experience overall. Having a positive attitude will help you perform better and cause less stress to your patients. We know that stress happens in every job and it is okay if you do feel stressed but know when to take a break and don’t be ashamed to step out and get some fresh air.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS KNOW WHEN TO SAY NO

It happens. Everyone starts asking you to help them and you feel compelled to say yes to them all. Remember, burnout is real and if it happens, you will wish you said no more often. Do not be afraid to say no, set boundaries for yourself, and put yourself and your family first. Self-care is the best care.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION AND WANT TO

Even if you want to remain a dental assistant, there is still a continuing education component that comes along with the career. Dental assistants continue their education in several ways to ensure they stay up to date about the latest dental treatments, technology, and procedures.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS JOIN TOGETHER AND PLAY AS A TEAM

Some of the best dental assistants work together in the field and they know that they cannot accomplish all of their tasks without one another. Being a dental assistant does not mean you are a one-man-show. You and your coworkers are there to accomplish the same goal and if everyone is only out for themselves, the patients are the ones who suffer.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS LISTEN TO THEIR PATIENTS AND THEIR COWORKERS

Listening is one of those key skills that you need to have, and you need to be good at it too. Dental assistants need to listen to their patients to know what is going on. It is also important to listen because you will need to communicate the concerns of your patient to the dentist.

DENTAL ASSISTANTS CAN COMFORT THEIR PATIENTS

Patients who enter the dental office are usually not too happy to be there. In fact, dental visits cause a lot of anxiety in patients. It is up to you to comfort the patient and help them relax. Remember, you are one of the first individuals they will see on their way back to the dental exam room. Your patients will turn to you and they will seek out comfort from you so you must be able to provide them with that comfort.

BECOME A DENTAL ASSISTANT AT FLORIDA CAREER COLLEGE TODAY

Florida Career College is proud to be able to offer a dental assistant program! This program teaches you industry skills and techniques so that you are best prepared for your entry-level role after graduation. If you would like to discuss your options, reach out to speak to one of the admission team members today.

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