Dental Technologies

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The Study of Dental Technologies Procedures and Patient Care

Dental Technologies is designed to prepare students for entry into a career in dentistry. The curriculum includes dental terminology, anatomy, fundamental patient care skills, chairside assisting, laboratory skills, dental radiography, sterilization, patient education, infection control procedures, OSHA, CPR, and First Aid training. Real-life experiences are provided through various ongoing community relationships such as our connection with The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Students are encouraged to participate in Work-Based Learning as soon as they qualify. Students earn a Dental Assistant Radiographer License as well as the Registered Dental Assistant certification.

Students learn how to be professionals and are made work-ready. They may choose to work in general dentistry or a specialty field such as pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, etc. Students with an interest in becoming an Expanded Function Dental Assistant, hygienist, or dentist can begin their career here and get a jump start before continuing their education after high school. Successful Dental Technologies students share a passion for working with and helping others and have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, empathy, and patience.

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Career Opportunities

Chairside Assistant
Hygiene Assistant
Business Assistant
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Dental Hygienist
Office Manager
Treatment Plan Coordinator
Dental Laboratory Technician

Career Skills Developed

4-Handed Dentistry
Infection Control
Sterile Processing
Laboratory Procedures
Dental Radiography
Patient Education
Safety
Hazard Communication

Program Highlights

Clinical Experiences
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry partnership
Externship Experiences
Work-Based Learning
Internship opportunities
Dental Radiographer Certification
Articulated Credit through Columbus State Community College

Curriculum Plan

Suggested Skill Set

Empathy
Friendliness
Collaboration
Self-Management
Optimism

Critical Thinking
Professionalism
Teamwork
Time Management
Persistence

Sensitivity
Prioritizing
Verbal Communication
Non-Verbal Communication

Additional Features

Students are responsible for transportation to the internship site. Students are required to successfully complete the American Red Cross CPR course, which will certify them in CPR. this program includes the Ohio State Dental Board sponsored coursework for Radiology.

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