Dental assisting is a rewarding career. One where no two days are the same. One that is filled with rewarding moments. A dental assistant is the lifeblood of a dental office. While there are many amazing things about being a dental assistant, dental assistants love their job. We asked a few dental assistants what they loved about dental assisting, and here is what they said:

“I love the fact that I get to help others!” Jessica M.

Dental assistants love their patients. One of the best aspects of the job is the number of different types of people you meet in a day. More so, they love putting smiles on their patients faces. Dental assistants help ease dental fears that many patient’s face, they build trust with their patients, and love seeing their patients smile transform.

“One thing I love about dental assisting is that I continue to learn something new every day.” Chelsea W.

Once you completed Dental Assisting School in Waco, Texas, and got a job at a dental office, you must take regular continuing education courses. However, there is more to learning than just classes. New technology is constantly changing and improving. 

“I love that dental assisting consists of a lot of different tasks and job duties. It keeps me on my toes, and I am never bored.” Ashley P.

The variety of job duties is one of the main selling points about becoming a dental assistant. As we said, no two days are alike. Because people in dental assisting roles are so essential to running a dentistry practice, these types of careers are always in demand. Most dentists are too busy to tackle administrative tasks, exam prep, or teeth cleaning, making dental assisting roles so important. You may have administrative duties that include scheduling/confirming appointments, ordering/organizing supplies, updating patient records, and even patient billing. However, you may also get to perform other hands-on dental functions such as making casts of the teeth and mouth from impressions, getting dental tools organized and ready to be used by the dentist, or making temporary crowns.

If you are interested in becoming a dental assistant, hurry and register for our upcoming 12-week program at Sanger Education Dental Assisting School in Waco, Texas. Contact us today!