Dental Assistant Course Details
Curriculum and Student Resources
Nacogdoches Dental Assistant School's mission is to provide our students with a comprehensive education covering all of the topics and procedures they will encounter in their new careers. Topics covered in our course include
Sterilization and Infection Control
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Moisture Control
Dental Anatomy and Physiology
Radiology
Charting
Dental Instruments
Restorative Techniques
Proper Oral Hygiene
Preventative Care (including sealants)
Procedural Post-Operative Instructions
CPR, Pain Management, and More
Dental Assistant Externship
Nacogdoches Dental Assistant School 40-hour externship program provides our students with the real-world experience they need to become confident and qualified dental assistants. The externship portion of our course allows our students the opportunity to work under the direct guidance of experienced dental professionals in a local dental office. Students are eligible to begin their externships after class 3. Although we encourage our students to find their own externships, our Student Success Specialists are here to help our students identify potential opportunities in the area and assist with applications.
Required Reading
You are required to either purchase or rent the Essentials of Dental Assisting textbook for class. ElSevier can take 3-4 weeks to ship, whereas Amazon offers faster shipping. You may purchase (or rent) your books elsewhere as long as it is the same edition used in the course.